Assembler- 2nd (3115)

Nidec Drives; Lexington, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Drives in Lexington, TN is seeking a Heavy Assembler to join our production team. You will assemble large subassemblies, read blueprints, and calibrate parts to meet tolerances, contributing to reliable, high‑quality products.

Ideal candidates have 0–2 years of experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and may have an apprenticeship. You will handle hand tools, jigs, fixtures, and power tools, while maintaining a safe, organized work environment.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Apprenticeship in area of specialty is a plus.
• Experienced use of hand tools, jigs, fixtures, and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepares work by studying assembly instructions, blueprints, and parts lists.
• Positions parts and subassemblies, assembles components, and verifies tolerances.
• Keeps equipment operational and performs preventive maintenance.
• Maintains a safe, clean work environment and documents actions.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Manual assembly

Problem solving

Attention to tolerances

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship in area of specialty

Tools

Hand tools

Jigs

Fixtures

Power tools

Job description

## Assembler- 2nd (3115)Apply: North America/USA/Tennessee/Lexington, TN: Full time: Posted Today: R0017702We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.**Job Summary**.**Job Description**Heavy Assembler assembles fabricated parts to relatively large or heavy subassemblies and complete units. Fits, tests, and calibrates parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product specifications. Responsibilities & Duties • Prepares work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists; gathers parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials. • Positions parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements; assembles components by examining connections for correct fit; fastens parts and subassemblies; verifies specifications by measuring completed component; resolves assembly problems by altering dimensions to meet specifications; notifies supervisor to obtain additional resources. • Keeps equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs. • Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; documents actions by completing production and quality forms. • Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies. Knowledge, Skills & Experience • 0-2 years of relevant experience. • High School diploma or equivalent. • Apprenticeship in area of specialty a plus. • Experienced use of hand tools, jigs, fixtures, and miscellaneous power tools and equipment.**Additional Job Details**Support & Production – S1 Organizational Impact • Works to deliver on day-to-day objectives with minor impact on achievement results for the team • Delivers job responsibilities following a defined standard output or set of procedures • Work consists of tasks that are routine, or well defined, with specific instructions to achieve standardized solutions • Work is closely supervised Communication & Influence • Communicates with contacts typically within immediate job area on matters that involve obtaining or providing information requiring little explanation or interpretation Innovation & Complexity • Responsible for checking data and information or troubleshooting when minor changes may be required based on review • Daily challenges faced are routine and solutions clearly prescribed • Follows a well-established and familiar set of activities and/or processes to derive a solution Leadership & Talent Management • N/A – Jobs at this level are focused on self-development Knowledge & Experience • Requires limited job knowledge of systems and procedures. Follows basic work routines and standards • Does not require advanced education and requires little to no prior experience**Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec** Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc\\_self\\_print\\_poster.pdf**Work Shift Schedule**First Shift (United States of America)