Operator, Assembler/Impregnation

SGL Carbon SE; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

SGL Carbon SE in Strongsville, OH is seeking a skilled assembler to join the Production/Operations/Maintenance team. The role focuses on assembling heat exchanger components, tubes sheets, headers, baffles, and related parts, with emphasis on precise blueprint interpretation and measurement accuracy.

The candidate will work with assemblers, machinists, and engineering groups, carrying out standard shop mathematics and maintaining tooling while adhering to safety practices.

Qualifications

• High School diploma
• 3 years of experience in a fabrication facility
• Preferred experience with pressurized equipment and welded vessels
• Ability to work with little supervision as part of a team
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with others regarding technical issues
• Ability to work with shop, management, and technical personnel
• Ability to communicate drawing and dimensional issues to staff and employees
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and pc file management.

Responsibilities

• Standard shop mathematics
• Read and understand all facets of detailed blueprints
• Read and understand required measuring equipment such as micrometers and gauges
• Follow working detail drawings as designed
• General maintenance of tools and equipment
• Maintain safety with safety training background.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Team communication

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Torque wrenches

Measuring equipment

Job description

This position requires the assembly of components that make up the product line of SGL CARBON TECHNIC. Product line includes items such as heat exchanger and parts (tube sheets, headers, baffles), systems and parts (trays, cylinders). Strong blue-print reading skills are required, as well as experience in working with basic tooling (ie. torque wrenches) and measuring equipment (ie micrometers, gauges). Good communication skills with the other assemblers, machinists, and engineering group are also required.

Key Accountabilities:

• Ability to do standard shop mathematics
• Ability to read and understand all facets of detailed blueprints
• Ability to read and understand required measuring equipment such as micrometers, gauges, torque wrenches
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to follow working detail drawings as designed
• General maintenance of tools and equipment
• Safety conscious with safety training background.

Your Profile:

• High School diploma
• 3 years of experience in a fabrication facility
• Preferred experience with pressurized equipment and welded vessels
• Ability to work with little supervision as part of a team
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with others regarding technical issues
• Ability to work with shop, management, and technical personnel
• Ability to communicate drawing and dimensional issues to staff and employees
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and pc file management.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, lift, push.

Our Promise:

Your workplace safety is our top priority. Timely salary payments? That's a given with us. We also foster a strong team spirit and value open communication – your opinion matters. Through regular feedback sessions, we support your professional development and ensure that you feel comfortable in your role and can fully utilize your skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other classification protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
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Reasonable Accommodation Notice

SGL Carbon, LLC is committed to the inclusion of qualified individuals. As part of this commitment SGL Carbon, LLC will provide accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email [e-mail]. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 704-593-5250.

Join Our Team!

As one of the world's leading companies in developing and manufacturing specialty graphite, carbon fibers, and composite materials, we create innovative solutions for today's major challenges: mobility, energy, and digitalization.
With around 3,800 employees across 28sites worldwide, we are dedicated to shaping the future through our products and technologies. Our work not only advances industry but also benefits society and reduces environmental impact.

Publication Date: Oct 2, 2026

Location: Strongsville, OH, US, 44149

Business Unit: Process Technology

Legal Unit: SGL CARBON Technic, LLC

Functional Area: Production/Operations/Maintenance