Assembler 2nd Dept 3060

Nidec Motor Corporation; Lexington (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Motor Corporation in the United States is seeking a Heavy Assembler to join our production team on the First Shift. You will assemble large subassemblies and complete units, using templates and measurements, and verify tolerances during assembly.

The role requires 0–2 years of relevant experience, a High School diploma or equivalent, and familiarity with hand and power tools. Apprenticeships are a plus, and safety standards must be followed.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepares work by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specs, and parts lists, gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials.
• Positions parts and subassemblies using templates or measurements; assembles components and checks fit; adjusts to meet specs and notifies supervisor for resources.
• Keeps equipment operational by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and arranging repairs as needed.
• Maintains a safe, clean working environment by following procedures and documenting actions.
• Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock, anticipating needs, placing orders, and verifying receipt.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Jigs/fixtures

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship in area of specialty (a plus)

Tools

Jigs and fixtures

Power tools

Job description

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

• 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.

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 Affitative Action at Nidec

Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affitative 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)