Manufacturing Team Member

Rivian; Illinois; On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay starting at $23 per hour

Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off

Retirement plan options with company matching

Wellness programs and additional optional benefits

Job summary

A leading electric vehicle manufacturer in the Illinois area is seeking Team Members to assemble vehicle components in a collaborative environment. This role emphasizes skill development and growth within the electric vehicle production industry. Candidates should have a strong preference for teamwork, safety, and quality, with a high school degree preferred. An ideal candidate can stand for long periods, lift moderate weights, and possess some experience in manufacturing or customer service. Join a pioneering company committed to adventure and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Strongly preferred 6 months consistent work experience.
• Ability to stand 8-12 hours per day and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Some manufacturing, retail, or food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble or attach vehicle components together with the team.
• Maintain equipment through routine checks and cleaning.
• Apply problem-solving skills to maintain production quality.

Skills

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to work safely and focus on quality

Passion for team and individual success

Education

High School degree (or GED)

Job description

About Rivian

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. We build emissions‑free electric adventure vehicles and seek curious, courageous souls who are willing to challenge what’s possible, reframe old problems, and operate comfortably in unknown areas.

Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

Role Summary

Rivian is hiring to build electric vehicles in the Bloomington–Normal area. Team members from many different backgrounds and work experiences are learning about building EVs and growing meaningful careers in EV production. This position is located in Normal, IL. Team members report directly to a Group Leader of the shop area.

Responsibilities

• Working together with your team to assemble or attach vehicle components, which includes cross‑training and performing work as a Team Member in each department (Stamping, Drive Unit, Battery, Body, General Assembly, Paint, End of Line and Production Control).
• Position or align components and parts with vehicles on the assembly line.
• Put together parts to build more complex units.
• Read and understand assembly instructions and follow established production procedures.
• Gather all material and equipment needed for your role.
• Check output to ensure highest quality.
• Maintain equipment in good condition through routine checks, cleaning, and basic autonomous care to ensure reliable operation.
• Keep records of production quantities and time required.
• Report issues, malfunctions, or defective parts.
• Apply problem‑solving skills to maintain a high standard of quality.
• Produce to the Standard Operating Procedures, and clearly identify irregularities that may cause damage or inefficiency.
• Suggest alternatives or improvements to processes for your team and other teams.
• Ability to learn and operate a forklift.

Qualifications

• Strongly preferred 6 months consistent work experience.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work safely and have a focus on quality.
• Passion for team and individual success.
• High School degree (or GED) preferred.
• Ability to stand 8-12 hours per day and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Some manufacturing, retail, or food service experience preferred, but not required.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English and be able to read and interpret English‑language documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Physical Demands

• Ability to alternate between standing and walking 8-12 hours per day.
• Ability to climb steps to access platforms and workstations.
• Manual dexterity to grasp and manipulate materials.
• Able to position one’s body to access and assemble materials (bending, squatting, stooping, kneeling, reaching below waist and above shoulder).
• Additionally, Team Members are expected to cross‑train and perform work in each department and are therefore expected to be able to meet the pushing and pulling requirements for each department, which include (Push/Pull):
• • Stamping: 50 lbs. / 50 lbs.
  • Drive Unit: 35 lbs. / 60 lbs.
  • Battery: 60 lbs. / 35 lbs.
  • Body: 35 lbs. / 70 lbs.
  • GA: 43 lbs. / 80 lbs.
  • Paint: 21 lbs. / 15 lbs.
  • EOL: 18 lbs. / 35 lbs.
  • LOC: 45 lbs. / 35 lbs.

Pay Disclosure

How we support you:

• Competitive pay starting at $23 per hour.
• Great benefits (medical, dental, vision).
• Paid time off.
• Options for participating in retirement plans (401k) with company matching.
• Additional optional programs, such as daycare options, pet insurance, family planning support, and wellness programs.

The salary range for this role is $23.00 for Illinois‑based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability insurance, and long‑term disability insurance to eligible employees. Full‑time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part‑time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com.

Equal Opportunity

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.