Assembler: Portable Compressors – Build Industrial Power

Hitachi; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Global Air Power US, LLC in Michigan City, Indiana, is seeking an assembler to join our production team. This full-time role reports to the Production Supervisor and focuses on assembling compressors using WCI, P&I, WD, and BOM, and ensuring finished goods meet quality standards.

The ideal candidate will follow standard work instructions, read labels and visual aids, operate hand and pneumatic tools, and maintain a clean, safe work area while meeting production targets.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent required.
• Ability to learn and follow standardized work instructions and safety procedures.
• Ability to read basic work instructions, labels, and visual aids.
• Ability to perform repetitive assembly tasks while maintaining quality and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Assemble compressors in assigned area using WCI, P&I, WD, BOM and assembly drawings.
• Apply decals to machines, as needed.
• Utilize Andon signals per guidelines.
• Measure, cut, bend, fit small tubing to machine and install fittings.
• Install foam insulation and heat trace tape where needed.
• Assemble frames, separator tanks, and components to engines per BOM or WCI.
• Connect motor leads, wire machines, and terminate harnesses per WD and BOM.
• Inspect finished machines and ensure proper alignment and enclosure installation.
• Stock materials, keep area clean, and comply with safety rules.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Read work instructions

Reading labels

Tool handling

Lifting up to 35 lbs

Safety awareness

Education

High School

Tools

Calipers

Dial indicators

Straight edge

Pneumatic tools

Job description

Hitachi Global Air Power US, LLC in Michigan City, Indiana, is seeking an assembler to join our production team. This full-time role reports to the Production Supervisor and focuses on assembling compressors using WCI, P&I, WD, and BOM, and ensuring finished goods meet quality standards.

The ideal candidate will follow standard work instructions, read labels and visual aids, operate hand and pneumatic tools, and maintain a clean, safe work area while meeting production targets.