Electrical Assembler

nVent; Fulton (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

nVent in Fulton, MO is seeking an Electrical Assembler to fabricate and assemble electrical systems and supporting structures. Reporting to the plant manager, you will work on hands-on assembly, wiring, and final product preparation.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork; you will read schematics, follow wiring diagrams, and ensure quality while maintaining clean work areas. This is a hands-on manufacturing position with opportunities to learn and grow.

Qualifications

• Experience using hand tools and basic assembly practices.
• Experience in assembly and wiring (or eager to learn—no experience required).
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow written instructions and read schematics/wiring diagrams.
• Ability to read a tape measure and prints (or willingness to learn).

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical or electronic systems and support structures.
• Adjust, repair, or replace components to meet specs.
• Read and interpret schematics and work orders.
• Connect wiring between components per prints and BOM.
• Measure and cut wire to length.
• Mark and tag components for inventory tracking.
• Prepare finished product for shipping and touch up paint.
• Assist in loading product if required.
• Ensure tools are in good condition.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and follow quality standards.

Skills

Hand tools

Assembly & wiring

Attention to detail

Schematics reading

Tape measure

Team player

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. As an Electrical Assembler, you will be responsible for helping us fabricate and assemble electrical systems and support structures. Reporting directly to the manager, this position is based in Fulton, MO.

• Experience using hand tools.
• Experience in assembly and wiring (or eager to learn! No experience required).
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow written instructions, experience with schematics and wiring diagrams preferred.
• Ability to read a tape measure and electrical point-to-point prints (or willingness to learn!).
• Team player with a positive attitude.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION

• Assemble electrical or electronic systems and support structures.
• Adjust, repair, or replace component parts to correct defects and to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Read and interpret schematic drawings and work orders to determine materials requirements and assembly instructions.
• Connect electrical wiring between components according to the wiring print, specification sheet, and Bill of Material.
• Measure and cut wire to accurate length.
• Mark and tag components so that inventory can be tracked.
• Prepare finished product for shipping by packaging and touching up paint, etc.
• Assist in loading product if required.
• Ensure all tools used on the job are in good working condition.
• Perform ongoing housekeeping duties to keep work area clean and orderly.
• Prevent on-the-job injuries by attending safety meetings, forklift training, wearing safety glasses, shields, steel-toed shoes and harnesses, etc.; cleaning work area; and maintaining awareness of Quality Standards, and safety stations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Manufacturing position; spends more than 2/3 of time standing, kneeling/crouching/stooping, using hands, and reaching. Spends app. 1/3 of time walking and talking/hearing. Spends less than 1/3 of time positioning items weighing up to 250 lbs. Generally, requires clear vision at close distances.

WE HAVE:

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com. Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money.

Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers.

We’re known for being:

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset.

Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth. At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.