Production Associate II

Schneider Electric; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric in El Paso, TX, is seeking an electro-mechanical assembler to customize and install Custom Bus into switchboard cabinetry. You will read blueprints, use hand and air tools, and perform basic troubleshooting while ensuring quality and OSHA standards.

The role emphasizes independent work, precise measurement, and safe operation of lifting equipment in a production environment. You’ll join a team that values safety and continuous improvement, with opportunities to develop skills

Qualifications

• 3-5 years electro-mechanical assembly experience.
• Basic understanding of UL requirements.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good understanding of basic shop math and measuring techniques.
• Expertise with basic hand tools, air tools, gages, torque wrenches, grinders and punch press equipment.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand moderately complex to very complex blueprints, wiring diagrams, bill of materials, and schematics.
• Assembles medium sized to very large parts.
• Continuously lifts parts weighing up to 40 pounds, using alternative methods of lifting weight is beyond 40 pounds.
• Utilizes a wide variety of hand tools, air tools, and measuring equipment.
• When discrepancies occur between bill of materials and drawings, utilizes independent judgement to determine the course of action.
• Performs entire custom Bus operation of one job from start to finish.
• Responsible for your own quality check.
• Utilizes computer system for clocking start and finish of job.
• Responsible for own product quality, proper measuring techniques, and tool use and care.
• Quarantines non-conforming product according to standards and determines the disposition of the product in question.
• Evaluates and performs basic troubleshooting, and obtains support from supervision, and engineering as needed.
• May periodically provide input to supervision, engineering, and quality groups relative to Product improvement.
• Establishes and maintains a safe and healthful working environment in accordance with OSHA requirements.
• Performs other tasks as may be requested to assure the effective and continues utilization of assets.

Skills

Electro-mechanical assembly

Blueprint reading

UL requirements

Independent work

Shop math & measuring

Hand tools & measurement

WorkKeys assessment

Experience: 3-5 years

Tools

Hand tools

Air tools

Gages

Torque wrenches

Grinders

Punch press equipment

Job description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the effective utilization of materials, equipment and systems in the assembly of moderately complex electro-mechanical products. This position customizes and installs Custom Bus into the Switchboard cabinetry. Customization of the bus includes basic to moderately complex troubleshooting, measuring, fabricating and installing parts.

SKILL (Education, Experience, Initiative and Ingenuity):

• Must be able to take and successfully pass the appropriate WorkKeys assessment.
• 3-5 years electro-mechanical assembly experience.
• Basic understanding of UL requirements.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good understanding of basic shop math and measuring techniques.
• Expertisewith basic hand tools, air tools, gages, torque wrenches, grinders and punch press equipment.

EFFORT (Physical Demand, Mental or Visual Demand)

• Must have excellent natural or corrected vision.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Job cannot be performed alternating sitting and standing.
• Ability to perform continuous repetitive motions with hands and arms.
• Requires ability to reach overhead, pull, push, and climb a ladder to perform work.
• Requires great deal of independent thought process and judgement to analyze, troubleshoot and resolve assembly and bus problems.

RESPONSIBILITY (Equipment or Process, Material or Product, Safety of Others, Work of Others)

• Read and understand moderately complex to very complex blueprints, wiring diagrams, bill of materials, and schematics.
• Assembles medium sized to very large parts.
• Continuously lifts parts weighing up to 40 pounds, using alternative methods of lifting weight is beyond 40 pounds. (Includes overhead cranes, lift devices, etc.)
• Utilizes a wide variety of hand tools, air tools, and measuring equipment.
• When discrepancies occur between bill of materials and drawings, utilizes independent judgement to determine the course of action.
• Performs entire custom Bus operation of one job from start to finish.
• Responsible for your own quality check.
• Utilizes computer system for clocking start and finish of job.
• Responsible for own product quality, proper measuring techniques, and tool use and care.
• Quarantines non-conforming product according to standards and determines the disposition of the product in question.
• Evaluates and performs basic troubleshooting, and obtains support from supervision, and engineering as needed.
• May periodically provide input to supervision, engineering, and quality groups relative to Product improvement.
• Establishes and maintains a safe and healthful working environment in accordance with OSHA requirements.
• Performs other tasks as may be requested to assure the effective and continues utilization of assets.

JOB CONDITIONS (Working Conditions, Hazards)

• Safety shoes and safety glasses are required.
• Work is performed in a production environment in a manufacturing plant.
• Noise level is within normal and acceptable standards for the environment.
• Proper use of various hand tools and cutting tools required.
• Weight of parts being assembled vary from a few pounds to 80+ pounds. It is very important the incumbent handles the equipment properly.

What's in it for me?

• Work with cutting-edge automated manufacturing technology in a modern facility
• Collaborative team environment that prioritizes safety, quality, and mutual support
• Clear pathways for skill development and career advancement within operations
• Stable role with structured processes and strong leadership guidance

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

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For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 0 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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