Automotive Parts - Production Associate

WAI Global; Cowpens (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Referral bonus

Job summary

A leader in automotive excellence seeks enthusiastic production associates who are passionate about automotive parts remanufacturing. The role involves assembling high-quality rotating electrical products like alternators and starters while maintaining safety protocols. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong problem-solving abilities, and enjoy teamwork in a fast-paced environment. The position offers fantastic incentives including a $1000 attendance bonus.

Qualifications

• Preferred: 1 year of experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Exhibits experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
• Has the ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Possesses effective verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble rotating electrical products ensuring high quality output.
• Maintain pacing of disassembly to meet production targets.
• Participate in a collaborative work environment.
• Ensure that all equipment is properly maintained, cleaned, and ready for use.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed on time and within budget.
• Participate in a collaborative work environment utilizing effective communication and willingness to cross train to enhance team productivity, versatility, and skill development.
• Comply with comprehensive safety protocols and participate in ongoing training to ensure a secure work environment and maintain a safety-conscious culture.
• Follow all 5S principles and guidelines daily to optimize workflow, efficiency, and a clean work environment.
• Undertakes additional responsibilities and tasks as directed by management.

Skills

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Verbal communication skills

Following instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Overview

Description: Get ready to spark a revolution in automotive excellence! We're on the hunt for talented and enthusiastic automotive parts remanufacturing team members to take the lead working with top-notch starters and alternators. If you're passionate about precision, love the hum of machinery, and have a knack for turning parts into automotive masterpieces, we want YOU!

What We're Looking For

• A passion for all things automotive—bonus points if you've ever felt a jolt of excitement at the sight of a perfectly crafted alternator!
• Precision and attention to detail that would make an engineer proud.
• Team spirit that powers up the whole manufacturing line.

As a bonus, we provide fantastic incentives such as a $1000 attendance bonus and a $500 referral bonus. Join us in a rewarding career where your efforts contribute to exceptional customer satisfaction!

Shift

Shift Hours: 1st Shift 7:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday

Position Summary

The production associate is responsible for the production of a variety of rotating electrical products (Alternators and Starters), including disassembly, assembly, testing and packaging.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assemble rotating electrical products using remanufactured parts and components ensuring high quality output
• Maintain cadence of disassembly in order to keep pace of line and attain production targets and metrics
• Perform daily production tasks in a safe and efficient manner
• Ensure that all equipment is properly maintained, cleaned, and ready for use
• Maintain accurate records of work performed on time and within budget
• Participate in a collaborative work environment utilizing effective communication and willingness to cross train to enhance team productivity, versatility, and skill development
• Comply with comprehensive safety protocols and participate in ongoing training to ensure a secure work environment and maintain a safety-conscious culture
• Follow all 5S principles and guidelines daily to optimize workflow, efficiency, and a clean work environment
• Undertakes additional responsibilities and tasks as directed by management

Qualifications (Education, Experience, & Skills Required)

• Preferred: High School Diploma or an equivalent qualification; 1 years’ experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities
• Capable of following instructions and responding to management direction
• Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Exhibits experience working collaboratively in a team environment
• Has the ability to read and interpret various documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Possesses effective verbal communication skills

Work Environment

This role involves working in a warehouse and manufacturing setting. In this setting, standard equipment such as machinery, computers, cameras, and material handling equipment (forklift, reach truck, order picker, etc.) are used.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position
• Walking, Reaching and Handling: Must be able to move about, in the warehouse and on the shop floor, to access product and machinery, etc. Must be able to stand and walk 60% of time, lift up to 40 lbs. normal, up to 70 lbs. less than 10% of time
• Seeing: Frequently reads various documents and operates computer and other tools/databases/equipment
• Talking and Hearing: Frequently communicates with colleagues, co-workers, and customers. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to work around or operate manufacturing machinery