Assembler - 1st Shift

ABB Inc.; Portland (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Inc. is seeking a Finisher/Assembler to inspect, count, and package products on site in Portland, TN. You will follow standardized work instructions, maintain 5S in your area, and ensure quality while packing and labeling products.

The role supports Lean manufacturing initiatives and may involve training new employees. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, with up to one month of related experience, and the ability to understand and follow instructions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required for this role.
• Minimum one month or less similar or related work experience.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal or demonstrated instructions; write identifying information; request parts or supplies verbally or in writing.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual quality inspections and ensure product quality.
• Count and package product per instructions and quality standards.
• Label products and boxes; tape boxes securely.
• Lift and carry boxes up to 45 lbs; monitor equipment operation.
• Assist in training new employees; maintain 5S in the work area.
• Follow standardized work instructions and participate in Lean Manufacturing efforts.
• Contribute to Kaizen events and flexibility to cover other positions as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Instruction following

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lean 101

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Production Supervisor

Your role and responsibilities

The person in this position is responsible for inspecting, counting and packaging product per standardized work instructions and quality standards. Finishers / Assemblers are expected to work safely, ensure they are packing quality product, and keep up 5S in their work area. The work model for the role is onsite in Portland, TN.

Major Responsibilities/Activities

• Visual quality inspections
• Place product in box with appropriate count in each box
• Label product and boxes
• Tape boxes
• Lift and carry boxes up to 45 lbs.
• Monitor equipment operation
• Assist in training of new employees
• Maintain work area in clean and orderly fashion - 5S
• Follow standardized work instructions
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing efforts
• Participate in Kaizen events
• Cover other positions following appropriate training as needed

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum one month or less similar or related work experience
• Ability to understand and follow verbal or demonstrated instructions; write identifying information; request parts or supplies verbally or in writing

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean 101

Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiantive Action at ABB

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiantive Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their - sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hair styles, color, religion, creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status,, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights612SscreenRdr.pdf.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 AM - t:00 PM EST Monday thru Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB;s career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

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