Assembly Team Member

Power Solutions International; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Pet insurance

401k match

Life insurance and AD&D

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Power Solutions International (PSI) is a leading manufacturer of emissions-certified powertrains. The Team Member Assembly role executes assembly tasks per engineering drawings and standardized work while balancing quality with production schedules.

The position is a 1st shift role (5:30am–4:00pm, Mon–Thu) with hourly pay of $19–$21 plus overtime and opportunities to grow within a large-scale manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to apply math and read/interpret manuals.
• Mechanical aptitude for automotive assembly and high-volume manufacturing.
• Ability to obtain Lift Truck/Crane certification on-site.
• Experience with lean manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble/install engine components and subassemblies per drawings and work instructions.
• Verify quality using quality checklists and report defects.
• Measure parts with micrometers and observe assemblies for deficiencies.
• Lift up to 40 pounds; perform team lifts for heavier items as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and use PPE; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading blueprints

Math proficiency

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Attribute/variable gauges

Hand tools

Lean manufacturing tools

Job description

Salary Range: $19.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: 1st Shift

Education Level: High School

Category: Manufacturing

Pay Rate: $19 - 21.00 / hour + overtime

Shift: 1st Shift, 5:30am - 4:00pm Monday - Thursday

Power Solutions International (PSI) is a leading manufacturer of emissions-certified powertrains specializing in customized and fully integrated turnkey solutions for the leading global equipment manufacturers in the industrial, transportation, and energy markets manufacturers. Our facilities are housed in one million square feet of engineering, assembly, operations, and distribution space across seven facilities. We are positioned to meet the high production volumes of our customers with added capacity for growth.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Group Lead and taking daily assignments from the Team Lead, the Team Member Assembly assembles or installs various assemblies, components, and accessories in conformance with engineering drawings, standardized work instructions and quality standards. The role requires the ability to balance effective utilization of quality workmanship methods with the ability to meet production schedules, including product quantity goals, to achieve manufacturing goals.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assemble or install various engine components, mechanical assemblies, or subassemblies using hand tools and electronic tooling according to blueprints, standardized work instructions, Standardized Operation Sheets, Job Element Sheets, or job tracker while utilizing Lean elements and methodologies for continuous improvement
• Verify product quality based on work instructions and quality checklist and follow the standard process for reporting defective materials or questionable conditions
• Examine parts using digital and vernier scale micrometers to measure critical dimensions or observe movement of completed assemblies to detect any deficiencies as needed
• As needed, lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds of materials to assist in production
• Learn and execute team lifts for items over 40 pounds. Adhere to all safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment, navigating the plant with alert behavior, operating power tools and machines according to instructions, and disposing of waste properly
• All other duties as assigned by management

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience, including the ability to apply math (fractions, ratios, measurements) and to read, comprehend, and convert instruction manuals/diagrams into work
• Mechanical aptitude or experience in automotive assembly and/or other high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to obtain Lift Truck, Crane, or other designated equipment certification by completing PSI on-site Training Programs
• Ability to use micrometers, calipers, attribute/variable gauges, and hand tools
• Prior Electrical, Plumbing, Fabrication, Machining, or Automotive experience or certifications can be helpful. (NIMS, ASE)
• Experience using or knowledge of Lean manufacturing and/or ISO9001 methodologies, processes, or tools
• Bilingual Spanish/English

PSI offers a wide range of benefits from medical, dental, and vision to pet insurance as well as discounted prescription plans. Additionally, we also provide a 401k match, life insurance and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. Come join our team and learn more about PSI and what we have to offer!

Power Solutions International/3Pi is an EOE disability/vet company offering a drug-free workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.