Automotive Electrical Assembler - 2nd shift ($25.95+/hr.)

Pierce Manufacturing; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 24,946 - 35,530; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Job stability

Job summary

Pierce Manufacturing in Appleton, Wisconsin, seeks an Automotive Electrician to wire and assemble electrical components for various tasks. Successful candidates will have electro-mechanical experience, and the work requires the ability to lift and manipulate loads safely.

This role includes operating hand tools, reading blueprints, and maintaining a safe workspace. Competitive pay starts at $21.95 per hour, along with an attractive benefits package including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Previous electro-mechanical experience required.
• Ability to carefully follow instructions.
• Lift and manipulate parts weighing up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, wire, install, and route electrical parts.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Operate a forklift to transport parts.

Skills

Electro-mechanical experience

Strong interpersonal communication

Ability to recognize abnormal conditions

Familiarity with hand tools

Ability to read blueprints and work orders

Education

Associate’s degree in Automotive Mechanics or Electro-Mechanical

Tools

Hand tools (crimpers, wire cutters)

Forklift

Computer

Job description

Automotive Electrician Summary

The Automotive Electrician is responsible for checking and completing work processes for assigned tasks, assembling, installing, routing and wiring electrical parts for the next process. The employee uses a variety of hand tools including drills, hole saws, crimpers, wire cutters, strippers, electric drivers, etc., and must maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Essential Functions

• Communicate verbally with co-workers to maintain a safe working environment


• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks


• Assemble, wire, install, and route electrical parts


• Use hand tools such as crimpers, wire cutters, strippers, tie‑wrap gun, electric drivers, etc.


• Drill, clean, and organize electrical parts


• Lift light or heavy parts onto and off carts, floors, shelves, etc.


• Read and interpret blueprints


• Review work orders and schedules


• Work with wires, harnesses, and cables


• Assist with inventory of parts


• Assist co‑workers with lifting parts


• Recognize differences in parts and tools


• Sweep and clean shop area


• Work required hours and maintain an excellent attendance record


• Work overtime as needed


• Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Marginal Work Functions

• Operate a forklift to transport parts to and from designated areas


• Use a cart to push/pull equipment and parts to and from designated areas


• Use a computer to track down parts if necessary


• Route wires, harnesses, and cables

Basic Qualifications

• Previous electro‑mechanical experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Automotive Mechanics, Electro‑Mechanical, or equivalent


• Previous maintenance or operational experience


• Previous experience as a Pierce team member or contractor

Key Abilities Needed

• Perform all assigned tasks with or without reasonable accommodations


• Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills


• Recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions


• Use and wear personal protective equipment as indicated


• Hear safety alarms and other co‑workers


• Perform basic counting tasks


• Read tape measure, safety manuals, work orders, and blueprints effectively


• Follow instructions from supervisors and co‑workers


• Understand and identify safety issues


• Maintain balance when walking and standing on potentially slippery work floor


• Maintain balance when climbing on portable steps, ladders, and trucks


• Individually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 35 pounds


• Use both hands for tool operation, carrying parts, and assisting co‑workers with heavy lifting


• Distinguish differences in color of wires, harnesses, and cables


• Operate and access heavy equipment safely and effectively


• Remember task sequence and safety constraints

Benefits

• Competitive Pay – pay based on experience and education, minimum starting rate $21.95 per hour


• 2nd shift premium of $2.00 per hour


• Technical premium of $2.00 per hour


• Merit increases at 6 months, 12 months, and then annually


• Comprehensive Benefit Package (effective Day 1):
  
  
  
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k) plan & company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, stock purchase program, discount program (travel, entertainment, & more)
  
  
  
  


• Sign‑on bonus for production hires that live more than 50 miles from their assigned work location at the time of hire


• Job stability


• Opportunities for career growth


• Hands‑on approach


• Customer focus


• Culture fostering teamwork


• Respected leaders


• People first culture

Shift Overview

• Shift times and overtime hours vary depending on position, department, and location


• 2nd shift: Monday – Thursday, four 10‑hour days, overtime worked on Fridays and Saturdays

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [e-mail].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit‑based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation’s legal duty to furnish information.

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