Assembler 1st Shift

DR Power LLP; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac in the United States seeks an Assembler I to perform repetitive assembly work, validate materials, review work instructions and build products to spec, while following PPE and safety rules. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include using drawings, cross-training across areas, and contributing to team goals. The ideal candidate will learn processes, participate in meetings, and support training as needed.

Qualifications

• Assemble products in a manufacturing environment following work instructions.
• Ability to perform highly repetitive assembly tasks.
• Maintain quality and safety standards including PPE.

Responsibilities

• Use drawings and schematics to perform assembly and operate equipment safely.
• Cross-train in multiple assembly areas; flex to other departments as needed.
• Develop understanding of product impact on the business; participate in team meetings.
• Provide basic training on work instructions as needed.

Skills

Repetitive assembly

Cross-training

Team collaboration

PPE compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year of complex assembly or related experience

2 years of complex assembly or related experience

Tools

Electronic assembly equipment

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

Schedule & Pay

Shift Hours - 5:30am-3:30pm Monday-Thursday Overtime Hours - Fridays - 5:30am - 1:30pm, as required Pay Rate: $18.10/hour

Job Summary

The Assembler I is responsible for performing assembly work to manufacture products in a cost effective and timely manner while fulfilling quality standards. The Assembler I will validate material prior to beginning assembly, review work instructions, build product per specifications and within tolerances, complete all clean-up and housekeeping procedures, comply with all quality, safety and work rules and regulations including wearing all appropriate PPE.

Responsibilities

• Uses work instructions drawings, schematics, electronic assembly equipment to perform assembly while complying with safe and effective operation standards of all equipment and tools.
• Cross trains in multiple assembly areas and flex to other similar departments based on business needs.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the products they assemble and how they impact the business.
• Continuous learning of the principles, practices, and processes of their job as changes require and similar jobs.
• Participate in team meetings to exchange job related information.
• Resolve problems with assistance from peers or supervisors depending on the level and complexity.
• Provide basic training to employees on work instructions/standard work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• ASSEMBLY I: Ability to perform highly repetitive assembly tasks in a manufacturing environment.
• ASSEMBLY II: High school diploma or equivalent and/or 1 year of complex assembly or related experience Internal: Demonstrated Assembler II competency
• ASSEMBLY III: High school diploma or equivalent 2 years of complex assembly or related experience Internal: Demonstrated Assembler III competency & High school diploma or equivalent

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Equal Opportunity

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.