Production Team Member

hitachi; Harrodsburg (KY); On-site; USD 14,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus up to $1000

Attendance incentives

Annual pay increases

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Bonus opportunities

Product discounts

Job summary

Hitachi Automotive Systems in Harrodsburg, KY is hiring for production roles overseeing assembly of electronic components. We offer pay up to $17.50/hour, overtime, full-time, with benefits like health/dental, 401(k), sign-on bonus and more. The role requires monitoring quality checks and working on second, D, and E shifts with flexibility for overtime.

Join a team focused on safety, cross-training, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment dedicated to precision electronics.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and comprehend basic work instructions and follow procedures.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to fill out quality sheets and paperwork.
• Mechanical aptitude to adjust machines and equipment.
• Basic computer skills and use of company software.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to ethical conduct in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electronic components following instructions.
• Read and follow work instructions and procedures.
• Gather materials and tools needed for assembly.
• Take precise measurements to ensure fit.
• Assemble parts manually or with machines.
• Perform quality checks and record results.
• Follow safety rules and wear PPE.
• Support process improvements and lean initiatives.

Skills

Reading skills

Math skills

Writing skills

Mechanical aptitude

Computer skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Ethical conduct

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Harrodsburg, Kentucky, United States

Job ID: R0001098

Date Posted: 2020-12-23-08:00

Company Name: Hitachi Astemo Americas, Inc.

Profession (Job Category): Production & Skilled Trades

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

Hitachi Automotive Systems in Harrodsburg, KY is hiring! We are looking for hard-working individuals with previous manufacturing experience, preferably in the production of electronic components, to help us meet customer orders.

Pay: Starting up to $17.50/hour

Shift Schedule

• 2nd Shift – Monday - Thursday, 5:00 PM – 3:30 AM*
• D Shift - Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM*
• E Shift - Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM*

Note: Must be willing to work overtime as required.

* Hours may vary.

Benefits

• Sign on Bonus up to $1000
• Weekly/Quarterly Attendance Incentives
• Week 1-8 weekly up to $125 attendance incentive then $150 per Quarter
• Annual pay increases.
• Health, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance benefits.
• 401(k) plan.
• Bi-annual bonus opportunities.
• Perks including discounts on Hitachi products, supplier discounts on vehicle purchases, and more.

Chief Duties and/or Responsibilities

• Performs assembly processes following standardized work instructions to complete electronic assemblies and subassemblies using hands, tools, and machines/equipment.
• Reads, comprehends, and follows work instructions and established procedures.
• Collects materials, tools, and/or equipment needed to complete assembly processes.
• Takes precision measurements to ensure fit of components/materials.
• Aligns materials and assembles parts to build components manually and/or using machines/equipment.
• Carries out all instructed/required quality checks, fills out appropriate check sheet information, and inspects each component produced to ensure quality standards are met.
• Performs all assignments safely, wears any required personal protective items, and follows all safety rules at all times.
• Ensures all environmental (ISO 14001) policy initiatives and procedures are adhered to at all times.
• Uses all time wisely, works efficiently, and works effectively. Aids other team members in getting tasks at hand complete when necessary/required.
• Looks for ways to improve the production process. Shares process improvement ideas and aids in the implementation of continuous improvement measures.
• Keeps assigned work areas clean, neat, and free from clutter. Assists in cleaning activities daily.
• Takes instruction from leadership, cooperates with other team members, has respect for fellow team members, and functions effectively as a member of a team.
• Understands the importance of cross-training. There are many different tasks associated with a team member position. Various tasks must be performed daily and team members are expected to be flexible with regard to necessary changes in shift and work location/assignment as needed.

Qualifications - External

Qualified applicants must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Prior manufacturing experience in the production of electronic components preferred, but not required
• Reading skills- ability to read and comprehend basic work instructions, and follow instructions and standard work procedures
• Math skills- ability to do basic math
• Writing skills- ability to fill out necessary paperwork, including quality check sheets
• Mechanical aptitude- ability to do basic machine/equipment adjustments to ensure quality products
• Computer skills- ability to perform basic computer functions including using a mouse and keyboard, and utilizing any applicable company software applications
• Communication skills- ability to communicate effectively
• Teamwork skills- ability to work effectively with others
• Ethical conduct- ability to perform job duties in an ethical and professional manner at all times

Physical Requirements

• Standing- up to 10-12 hours per day
• Lifting- supplies/parts/materials, up to 30-35 pounds repetitively
• Carrying- supplies/parts/materials, up to 30-35 pounds repetitively
• Maneuvering- use mechanical assist, various levers
• Walking- retrieval to placement of supplies/parts/materials, up to 10-12 hours per day
• Reaching- upward and downward reaching to retrieve supplies/parts/materials, up to 10-12 hours per day
• Handling- various supplies/parts/materials of different weights, up to 35 pounds repetitivelySeeing- parts/materials handling and inspecting, up to 10-12 hours per day
• Finger Dexterity- small parts/materials handling, up to 10-12 hours per day
• Repetitive Work- handling parts/materials and stocking supplies, up to 10-12 hours per day
• Overtime- ability to work daily and weekly overtime, in excess of 40 hours per week

Qualified candidates will be contacted for further steps. Final candidates are subject to mandatory employment assessment, drug screen, and criminal background check.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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