Gear Assembler (3rd Shift)

8700 SEW-Eurodrive, Inc.; Lyman (SC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

FSA

Paid Vacation

Holiday Pay

401(k) matching

PTO

Parental Leave

Onsite Clinic

Education Assistance

Counseling Resources

Wellness Program

Safety Shoes

Employee Assistance

Job summary

SEW-EURODRIVE, Inc. is hiring for a 3rd shift assembler in South Carolina. The role involves hand assembly of gear motors and reducers, inventory support, testing, and packaging. A strong mechanical aptitude and ability to lift up to 50 lbs are essential, with access to forklift/overhead crane as needed.

The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $22.29 plus a 10% shift premium for 2nd and 3rd shifts, along with a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude required to assemble gear drives and motors.
• Experience with hand assembly work.
• Able to safely move materials using forklift or overhead crane.

Responsibilities

• Hand assemble gear motors, reducers, and adjustable drives.
• Maintain parts stock between assembly lines.
• Repair/restock/warranty evaluations and testing.
• Wash/prep/paint, packing, shipping/receiving and cleanup per procedures.
• Follow ISO quality and safety rules; report unsafe conditions.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand assembly

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Forklift/ crane use

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

Top Skills & Abilities

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

• 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.

Benefits

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

• 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

About the Company

SEW-EURODRIVE is a global leader in the power transmission and industrial motion technology. From airport logistics to industrial processes: we keep the world moving.

SEW-EURODRIVE is known to provide our customers with quality products, expert advice, and world-class service.

We offer great opportunities and an excellent 100% paid group health plan for our full-time employees.

This is a different company. Relationships matter. People matter. Maybe you want a career, not a job. Maybe SEW-EURODRIVE is what you've been looking for! If so, you could have the unique opportunity to create an impact with an international, family-owned business promoting our portfolio of ‘best in class’ logistics solutions.