Electrical Assembly Tech: High-Voltage Switches

ABB Inc.; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental plans

Vision plan

Company-paid life insurance

AD&D coverage

Disability benefits

Parental leave

Employee discount

401(k) with company contributions

ESAP stock program

11 paid holidays

Job summary

ABB Inc. is seeking a Production Associate in New Jersey to assemble, test, and wire medium and high voltage switches in the MVR department. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of manufacturing experience, plus basic mechanical/electrical skills and the ability to lift 40+ lbs. Starting pay is $19-$21 per hour; 1st shift is 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• Basic mechanical, electrical, and handtool knowledge.
• Basic computer skills.
• Positive, energetic attitude; flexible with cross-training and overtime.
• Willingness to learn new processes.
• Able to lift 40+ lbs.
• Able to stand or walk for 8 hours.
• Able to reach, lift, and pull.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, build and test medium and high voltage electrical vacuum switches using standardized tools and test equipment in the MVR department.
• Interpret production drawings and work instructions, including wire schematics, outlines, BOMs and wire diagrams.
• Utilize internal systems to access drawings and files.
• Relay any discrepancies/non-conformance related issues to the responsible individual.
• Complete all documentation and follow specific work instructions as required.
• Must be able to work in a team environment while interfacing with team members that include product/manufacturing engineering and other internal/external customers.
• Assist in training other team members as needed.
• Maintain and sustain 5S processes and safety practices, including the use of PPE as required.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Skills

1 year manufacturing experience

Basic mechanical knowledge

Basic electrical knowledge

Handtool knowledge

Basic computer skills

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Lift 40+ lbs

Stand or walk 8 hours

Reach, lift & pull

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ABB Inc. is seeking a Production Associate in New Jersey to assemble, test, and wire medium and high voltage switches in the MVR department. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of manufacturing experience, plus basic mechanical/electrical skills and the ability to lift 40+ lbs. Starting pay is $19-$21 per hour; 1st shift is 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday–Friday.