Associate Assembler

Hitachi Rail; Batesburg-Leesville (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail in Batesburg-Leesville, SC is seeking an enthusiastic Associate Assembler who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The role covers administrative to strategic tasks, with responsibilities in preparing and assembling products in production, following instructions, and maintaining quality and safety standards.

You will read blueprints, handle small parts, use tools, and contribute to team goals while keeping accurate records.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of assembler or similar experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and gather parts, tools, and equipment for the assembly process
• Ensure tools and equipment are in good working order
• Assemble products and components following blueprints, schematics, or work instructions
• Use pallet jacks, hand tools, power tools, and machinery as needed
• Inspect assembled products for accuracy and compliance including safety requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace
• Collaborate with teammates to meet production goals
• Identify and report issues or malfunctions
• Maintain maintenance records and relevant systems
• Adhere to safety and quality guidelines and company policies

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP Enterprise Software

Job description

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there's something for everyone to get stuck into. And that's where you come in.

Job Description

HITACHIRAIL is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Associate Assembler who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. This position is based in Batesburg, SC.

The Associate Assembler is responsible for preparing and assembling products and components within the production area, following specific instructions while conforming to the highest quality and standards.

Accountabilities

• Prepare and gather parts, tools, and equipment for the assembly process
• Ensure tools and equipment are in good working order
• Assemble products and components, following blueprints, schematics, or work instructions
• Utilize pallet jacks, hand tools, power tools, and potentially machinery to complete assembling tasks
• Inspect assembled products for accuracy, completeness, and compliance, to include HSE safety critical requirements and great attention to detail
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Collaborate with other assemblers and team members to meet production goals
• Identify and report any issues or malfunctions
• Maintain accurate documentation and logs and enter data into relevant systems
• Maintain complete and accurate maintenance records
• Adhere to safety and quality guidelines and company policies

Must have the ability to

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and work instructions
• Understand measurements and follow instructions
• Manipulate small parts and tools with precision
• Work in an environment that requires physical and continual movement
• Learn new processes, procedures, and technologies
• Lift or lower items weighing < 24lbs (10.9kg) and Push or Pull efforts < 42lbs (19kg)

Required skills & experience

• 0-3 years of Assembler or similar experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Desired skills & experience

• Previous assembling experience within a manufacturing environment
• Basic soldering experience
• Knowledge of electrical terminations
• Experience with small hand tools
• Knowledge of Hitachi Rail products
• Experience with SAP Enterprise Software

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Language

English proficiency

Benefits

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts,a RetirementSavings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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