Assembly Operator

nVent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan with company  +

Paid time off including volunteer

Job summary

nVent is hiring entry-level Assemblers and Electronic Wirers to fabricate and assemble electrical systems and support structures. You will read wiring prints and BOMs, connect wiring between components, measure wires, and prepare products for shipping.

Ideal candidates have experience with hand tools and can read tape measures; a fork truck license is a plus. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, and strong communication is valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, not required.
• Ability to read and interpret somewhat complex instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical/electronic systems and support structures.
• Adjust, repair, or replace components to meet specs.
• Read wiring prints and BOM for materials and instructions.
• Connect wiring between components per wiring print.
• Measure and cut wire to length.
• Mark and tag components for inventory.
• Prepare finished products for shipping and packaging touch-ups.
• Assist loading product when required.
• Maintain clean, orderly work area.

Skills

Hand tools usage

Tape measure

Fork truck (license)

Reading schematics

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Screwdrivers

Strippers

Crimpers

Job description

We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

JOB SUMMARY

Are you looking for an entry-level position in manufacturing? We are hiring entry level Assemblers/Electronic Wirers who will fabricate and assemble electrical systems and support structures.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION

• Assemble electrical or electronic systems and support structures.
• Adjust, repair, or replace component parts to correct defects and to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Read and interpret schematic drawings and work orders to determine materials requirements and assembly instructions.
• Connect electrical wiring between components according to the wiring print, specification sheet, and Bill of Material.
• Measure and cut wire to accurate length.
• Mark and tag components so that inventory can be tracked.
• Prepare finished product for shipping by packaging and touching up paint, etc.
• Assist in loading product, if required.
• Perform ongoing housekeeping duties to keep work area clean and orderly.

YOU HAVE:

• Experience using hand tools such as screwdrivers, strippers, crimpers, tape measure, etc.
• The ability to obtain and maintain fork truck license if required.
• The ability to learn to read tape measure and electrical point-to-point prints.
• A High school diploma or equivalency (GED) preferred, but not required.
• The ability to read and comprehend somewhat complex instructions.
• Able to write notes or simple correspondence.
• Able to effectively communicate information to coworkers.

WE HAVE:

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money.

Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers.

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Critical illness
• Accident insurance and life insurance
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection

Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.