Assembly Operator, 1st shift

BorgWarner PDS (USA) Inc.; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

BorgWarner is seeking an Assembly Operator in Seneca, SC to assemble components and operate assembly machines in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. The role requires following job aids, inspecting parts, and complying with safety protocols.

Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of assembly experience, basic computer skills, and the ability to work well in a team while adhering to 5S standards and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent.
• 6 months assembly-related experience preferred.
• Experience in fast-paced industrial lean environments.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components and operate assembly machines per BorgWarner processes.
• Visually inspect and assemble small components to quality standards.
• Read and follow job aids/work instructions; use hand-held gauges and PPE.
• Safely perform all tasks assigned by the Team Lead/Coordinator and support housekeeping.

Skills

Assembly line operations

Quality inspection

Team environment

Safety protocols

5S housekeeping

PPE usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Assembles components, loads, unloads, and operates Assembly machines within a fast-paced environment to produce world-class quality products. To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the ability to be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Standard Duties

• Must have the ability and willingness to be trained on and perform all assembly line operations within the BorgWarner Assembly manufacturing process.
• Visually inspect and assemble small components to quality standards.
• Use hand-held gauges.
• Work with automatic transmission fluid.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Assembly Operators will be expected to safely perform, as needed, all tasks assigned by the Team Lead/Coordinator including all positions within the Assembly department.
• Safely operates all equipment in the Assembly department.
• Reads and understands job aids/work instructions and/or follows oral instructions to execute the component flow requirements.
• Manually loads, unloads, and/or maneuvers materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, baskets, and shelves on foot and by hand as required (see physical requirements).
• Support 5S / Housekeeping activities as required.
• Use appropriate hold tags to process defective parts through nonconforming material procedure.
• SAP entries and transactions required as needed.
• Adherence to standard work procedures to assemble units in addition to development and continuous improvement to the standards.
• Performs required work steps within required cycle time.
• Wear all required PPE and follow safety protocols.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

Safety, Health and Physical Requirements

• Stand for long periods of time including during operation of stand-up lifts.
• Lifting shoulder high up to 35 lbs. repetitively.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Repetitive motion activities including but not limited to assembly, walking, standing, lifting, loading/unloading carts.
• Occasional climbing of steps.
• All employees are responsible for knowing, understanding and complying with the safety policies and procedures.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Education

High School diploma/GED or basic skills assessment required.

Experience

6 months of assembly related experience preferred.

Experience in fast paced industrial lean environment.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer knowledge.

EEO Statement

"BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status."

Company Overview

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

Culture

BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority.

Career Opportunities

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and vision for the future. We offer positions locally and globally with over 90 locations in 19 countries.