Job Description:
Production Associate I
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for the effective utilization of materials, equipment, and systems in the assembly of simple to moderately complex mechanical products. This position is responsible for the first operation of the Switchboard line and is responsible for taking raw material (sheet metal) and forming/assembling cabinetry.
SKILL (Education, Experience, Initiative and Ingenuity)
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High School Education or GED required
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Ability to read and understand blueprints and BOM’s
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Ability to lift up to 26 pounds on a regular basis
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Experience with basic hand tools, air tools, gages, and torque wrenches
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1-2 years mechanical assembly experience
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Experience with basic hand tools, air tools, gages, and torque wrenches
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Computer literacy (Preferred)
EFFORT (Physical Demand, Mental or Visual Demand)
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Must have excellent natural or corrected vision
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Ability to lift up to 26 pounds
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Job cannot be performed alternating sitting and standing
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Ability to perform continuous repetitive motions with hands and arms
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Requires ability to reach overhead, pull, push, and bend to perform work
RESPONSIBILITY (Equipment or Process, Material or Product, Safety of Others, Work of Others)
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Read and understand simple to moderately complex blueprints, wiring diagrams, bill of materials, and schematics
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Assembles medium sized to very large parts
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Takes raw material and builds the cabinetry unit structure
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Performs basic to moderately complex troubleshooting, which may include quality issues, engineering issues or materials issues
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Continuously lifts parts weighing up to 26 pounds, using alternative methods of lifting weight if beyond 26 pounds (Includes overhead crane, lift devices, etc.)
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Utilizes a wide variety of hand tools, air tools, and measuring equipment
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Utilizes computer system for clocking start and finish of job, pulling prints, pulling BOM’s and job specifications
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Responsible for own product quality, proper measuring techniques, and tool use and care
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Evaluates and performs basic troubleshooting, and obtains support from supervision, and engineering as needed
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Establishes and maintains a safe and healthful working environment in accordance with OSHA requirements
JOB CONDITIONS (Working Conditions, Hazards)
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Safety shoes and safety glasses are required
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Work is performed in an Assembly line environment in a manufacturing plant
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Noise level is within normal and acceptable standards for environment
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Proper use of various hand tools and cutting tools required
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Improper use of sheet metal handling can result in cuts and muscle strains
Local Benefits (English):
At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation rate is $17.00 per hour. In addition, this position is eligible for overtime pay and may also include premium pay or differentials, depending on location. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
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Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
(External) English Company Boiler Plate:
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We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
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