Production Assembly Operator

Lift Technologies • Westminster, SC

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Lift Technologies Inc. (LTI) is hiring a Production Assembly Operator to assemble forklift mast subassemblies and mast units. The role involves working from blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, engineering notices, and work instructions; checking component quantities and finished-product quality; and using hand and power tools and material-moving equipment safely. Work may take place on an assembly line or at an individual workstation in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment.

The position is full-time. Although the posting describes a typical Monday-through-Thursday day schedule, new hires may select from Monday-through-Thursday day or night shifts, or a Friday-through-Sunday day shift. Overtime may be mandatory when business conditions require it. Pay depends on experience. Hourly employees are eligible for a monthly bonus that is not guaranteed and depends on company performance. Night and weekend shifts receive shift differentials; night and weekend employees are paid for their lunch period.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• At least 6 months of manufacturing experience.
• Basic knowledge of math and measuring functions.
• Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools and measuring devices.
• Ability to operate overhead trolley systems, overhead cranes, and fork trucks.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and engineering notices.
• Ability to read and follow safety and work instructions, procedures, and policies.
• Ability to work the regular schedule and overtime as required.
• Ability to work effectively with coworkers in a team environment.
• Ability to complete required production documentation accurately and neatly.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently produce quality product.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, pushing, pulling, reaching, grasping, and, depending on workstation, frequently lifting and carrying components weighing 50–100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree.
• Skilled trade certification in a related area.

Responsibilities

• Safely assemble subassemblies and mast units using hand and power tools and equipment, following LTI work instructions and safety and quality procedures.
• Safely make adjustments according to LTI technical drawings and engineering notices.
• Safely operate overhead trolley systems, overhead cranes, lifting devices, and fork trucks.
• Perform quality checks according to LTI requirements.
• Perform daily start-up duties, maintain oil and coolant levels, and keep equipment and the work area clean and in proper operating condition.
• Complete required production documentation accurately and neatly.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, dependent on experience.
• Monthly bonus for hourly employees; the bonus is not guaranteed and depends on company performance.
• Night shift differential of $1.25 per hour.
• Weekend shift differential of approximately 12% of the hourly rate.
• Night and weekend shift employees are paid for their lunch period.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED