Assembly Tech

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ContiTech USA, Inc. in Valparaiso, IN is hiring Assembly Tech 1/2 for first shift. You will perform machine assembly and support functions, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets. Requires basic assembly skills and ability to read safety and procedure documents.

Pay rate is $15.00–$40.00 per hour, based on experience. No visa sponsorship available. Lifting up to 25 lbs and 8-hour shifts. Preference for High School Diploma or equivalency.

Qualifications

• Basic reading of safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Basic assembly skills with hand tools and measurement.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performing machine assembly and other assembly support functions.
• Supporting key manufacturing areas in Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.
• Meeting specification requirements and following quality system procedures.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area.

Skills

Basic assembly skills

Read & interpret documents

Basic mechanical experience

Lift up to 25 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Tools

Calipers

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Job description

• Legal Entity: ContiTech USA, Inc. (2006)
• Working Time: Full Time

Company Description

ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe, and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 42,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.8 billion euros (2023), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.Are you ready to shape the future with us?

Job Description

As an Assembly Tech 1 or 2, you will be responsible for:

• Performing machine assembly and other assembly support functions.
• Supporting critical manufacturing success areas in Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.
• Meeting specification requirements for the product and following defined quality system requirements (work instructions, standard work, auditing), improving indicators.
• Using basic problem-solving skills.
• Participating as an active member of the production team and filling in where needed.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position works on 1st shift: 7:00am-3:00pm, Monday-Friday.Pay rate is based on experience: $15.00 – 40.00/hour.

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS – ASSEMBLY TECH 1

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• Continental is not able to pay relocation expenses for this opportunity.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic assembly skills, using hand tools including wrench, screwdriver, hammer, and drill; basic measurement skills using a tape measure.
• Basic mechanical experience.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to work 8-hour shift.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS – ASSEMBLY TECH 2

All basic qualifications required for Assembly Tech 1, and:

• Minimum of 3 years of Assembly experience in a manufacturing environment assembling components.
• Intermediate, demonstrated mechanical knowledge, including the use of bridge cranes, specialized production tooling, and torque wrenches.
• Intermediate measurement skills using calipers.
• Experience with the safe operation of a pallet jack.
• Use of forklift may be required, depending on role.
• Ability to perform tasks outside of department as needed.
• Demonstrated proficiency in 2 or more work areas.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic computer skills, including the use of Microsoft applications and Outlook.
• General understanding of basic safety procedures.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency (HSE). Company may provide assistance in acquiring HSD/HSE.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.