Gear Assembler (3rd Shift)

SEW-EURODRIVE; Lyman (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Education assistance

Onsite clinic

Uniform subsidies

Employee assistance program

Job summary

SEW-EURODRIVE in Lyman, SC is seeking a 3rd shift Assembly Technician focused on building reducers and motors. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on assembly experience.

You will perform inventory tasks, parts pulling, testing, packing, and shipping activities, and must safely operate a fork truck or overhead crane. Lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally and standing for long periods are required.

Qualifications

• Must have mechanical aptitude to assemble gear drives and motors.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Must be able to stand and move continuously during working hours.
• Experience with hand assembly and basic measuring tools.
• Familiarity with ISO quality and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Hand assembly of gear motors, reducers, and adjustable drives; maintain stock between lines.
• Use calipers, depth and paint millage gauges.
• Visually inspect all work and rework as necessary.
• Comply with ISO quality and work instructions and safety rules.
• Assess situations and report unsafe conditions to the manager.
• Read and understand supporting documentation for the work area.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand assembly

Reading gauges

Safety compliance

Forklift/Overhead crane

Tools

Calipers

Depth gauge

Paint millage gauges

Forklift operation

Overhead crane

Job description

About the Role

Basic Purpose:

This 3rd Shift position involves all aspects of the assembly processes including putting up inventory stock, parts pulling, assembling, repair/restock/warranty evaluations, testing and service, wash/prep/paint, packing, shipping /receiving and general clean up. The main focus of the position at this time is assembly of reducers and motors. Excellent mechanical aptitude and experience is required, including a background in hand assembly.

Pay: $22.29/hr.

Shift: 3rd shift

Top Skills & Abilities being sought for this role:

• Must have mechanical aptitude required to assemble gear drives and motors.
• Ability to perform physical activity associated with operation of equipment including bending, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and reaching in order to meet production needs.
• Must be able to repetitively lift up to 30 lbs.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to stand and move continuously during working hours.
• Ability to use gauges and other measuring equipment to ensure quality work.
• Ability to learn SEW-EURODRIVE products, including technical details.
• Must be able to safely move material to and from workstation using fork truck or overhead crane.

Top Actual Tasks for this role:

• Hand assembly of gear motors, reducers, and adjustable drives, maintain parts stock between assembly lines, putting up inventory stock, parts pulling, repair/restock/warranty evaluations, testing and service, wash/prep/paint, packing, shipping/receiving and general clean up.
• Use calipers, depth and paint millage gauges.
• Must visually inspect all work and rework as necessary.
• Must comply with all current ISO Quality and Work Instructions for job, all Company Safety rules, and all other Company rules, policies and procedures.
• Assess each situation and do not perform any tasks which s/he feels is unsafe, on which s/he has not received training, or engage in any unsafe work practices. Report any unsafe condition to his/her manager.
• Read and understand supporting documentation for the work area.

Although we have described above what we are generally looking for, we are very likely missing other attributes and skills that may make you a great fit! Please tell us about your other skills and abilities by applying and listing your additional attributes.

A 10% shift premium is paid for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.

SEW-EURODRIVE provides a generous benefits package to all full time employee. These benefits start on DAY ONE!

There is no monthly premium required for Employee’s coverage:

• Medical Insurance - Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Audio, and Prescription Drug coverage + $125 annual reimbursement for purchase of eligible vitamins & minerals
• Life Insurance worth 2.5 times annual base pay. Includes Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Disability - Includes both Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Medical and/or Dependent Care Made available annually during open enrollment
• Timely Evaluations with potential for a pay increase
• Paid Vacation - 2-weeks of vacation accrual per year to start, which increases after five years and ten years of service
• Holiday Pay - Twelve (12) paid holidays per year
• Retirement Benefits - Includes 401(k) with Profit Sharing Contribution and 200% Company Match on the first 3% that you defer to your 401K account
• Additional Paid Time Off (PTO) for hourly positions - Unused time is paid out annually
• Paid Parental Leave - To assist and support new parents with balancing work and family matters
• Onsite Clinic Services - On location medical services by licensed providers at no cost to employees
• Education Assistance Programs - Student Loan Repayment / Tuition Assistance options
• Counseling Resources - Easy and convenient access to professional counseling services online
• Wellness Resources - Utilizing a comprehensive, interactive, and personalized wellness program with potential to earn points for awards / gift cards
• Uniforms/Subsidies - Uniform subsidies and/or uniforms are provided for applicable roles, based on job requirements
• Safety Shoes -A subsidy for the annual purchase of OSHA approved safety shoes, based on job requirements
• Employee Assistance Programs - program to help employees navigate challenging life circumstances

Additional job requirements and responsibilities would be discussed during the interview process.