Assembler I

Atlas Copco Airpower N.V.; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Gym membership reimbursement

Wellness rewards

Vacation & paid holidays

Referral bonus

Job summary

Atlas Copco Group is seeking an Assembler I in Rock Hill, SC to join a Safety-, Quality-, and Takt-time–driven team. You will assemble compressors, generators, pumps, and medical equipment under supervision, adhering to process instructions and Lean principles.

You will operate mechanical and electrical assemblies, comply with SHE procedures, and contribute to continuous improvement while delivering within takt time. On-site facility with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field or relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience in mechanical and electrical assembly.
• Knowledge of assembly and testing processes for air compressors, generators, pumps, or medical equipment is a plus.
• Experience operating tools, pneumatic and DC equipment, and alignment/assembly equipment.
• Respect and contribute to SHE procedures.
• Basic computer skills and systems knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Safety: follow safety guidelines, wear PPE, report risks and incidents.
• Quality Assurance: follow First Time Right with detailed work instructions and perform quality checks at every stage.
• Efficient Delivery: meet Takt time and support rework/repair as needed to maintain line performance.
• Cost Effectiveness: minimize scrap, suggest Kaizen improvements to reduce assembly time.
• General Responsibilities: maintain clean workstation and support Atlas Copco values.

Skills

Associate degree or technical exp.

Mechanical assembly

Electrical assembly

SHE procedures

Basic computer skills

Team values alignment

Education

Associate degree in a technical field

Tools

Pneumatic tools

DC tooling

Alignment equipment

Job description

In your role as an Assembler I at Atlas Copco Group, you will be integral to assembling high-quality products including compressors, generators, pumps, and medical equipment. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you will adhere strictly to established processes that prioritize Safety, Quality, and Takt time—ensuring efficient workflow and delivery standards are met.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Safety: Consistently observe and follow all safety guidelines, wear appropriate PPE, promptly report any risk observations or incidents, and actively contribute to workplace safety improvements.
• Quality Assurance: Commit to the “First Time Right” principle by utilizing detailed work instructions for mechanical and electrical assemblies. Conduct quality checks at every stage before advancing the product, and collaborate closely with line leads or supervisors when assistance is needed.
• Efficient Delivery: Complete assembly tasks within allocated Takt time, supporting both on-time production goals and any necessary rework or repair operations to maintain line performance.
• Cost Effectiveness: Strive to minimize scrap and rework by adhering to quality standards, suggest improvements to reduce assembly time through Kaizen initiatives, and remain diligent with standard time targets.
• General Responsibilities: Foster a respectful, transparent, and collaborative workplace culture aligned with Atlas Copco’s core values of Interaction, Commitment, and Innovation. Maintain a clean and organized workstation, actively participate in SHE (Safety, Health, Environment) procedures, and embrace continuous improvement opportunities. Carry out additional duties as assigned to support team success.

This role offers hands-on experience with diverse technological assemblies and provides an excellent pathway for professional growth within our Power Technique division.

To succeed, you will need

• Associate degree in a technical field / relevant experience
• Hands on experience on mechanical / electrical assembly,
• knowledge of assembly & testing processes of Air Compressor, Generator, Pump / medical equipment is plus.
• Experience in operating tools/Pneumatic/DC & alignment/assembly equipment’s.
• Respect & contribute actively to the SHE procedures (Safety, Health, Environment)
• Should have operating knowledge of systems & Basic Computer operation.
• Promotes Group Core values: Interaction, Commitment, and Innovation in order to reach the vision “First in Mind - First in Choice”.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

In return, we offer

• We offer amazing medical insurance benefits, maternity and paternity leave, Employee Assistance Programs, gym membership reimbursement, rewards for wellness checkups, and many more unbeatable benefits
• We have a generous vacation and paid holiday schedule
• You'll work in a state-of-the-art facility where you enjoy what you do
• We will pay you $1,500 for every successful referral through our program!
• Innovation powered by people

Job location

This position offers flexible work arrangements to suit different preferences and lifestyle needs:

• On-Site: Join our energetic team at our Rock Hill, United States facility for daily face-to-face collaboration and hands-on work.

Contact information

To express your interest or ask questions, please contact:
Talent Acquisition Team: Mariana Paredes

Atlas Copco Group enables technology that transforms the future. We innovate to develop products, services and solutions that are key to our customers' success. Our four business areas offer technologies for air and gas compression, vacuum and abatement, automated assembly and quality control, mobile energy management and power generation as well as portable and industrial flow technologies.In 2024, Atlas Copco Group had revenues of BSEK 177 and at year end about 55 000 employees.