Winding Tech

BlackBerry Inc.; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

ABB in Athens, GA is seeking assemblers to produce semi-finished or final products in a high-volume manufacturing setting. Roles include manual and light tool work with strict adherence to SOPs and safety rules, and potential rotation across winding centers within an 18-month period.

Candidates should read and interpret prints and orders in English, perform basic mathematical measurements, and contribute to quality and productivity targets while maintaining a clean work environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and understand English instructions.
• Basic math skills.
• Willingness to work in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assembly work to produce semi-finished or final products.
• Perform work manually or with light hand tools.
• Carry out regular quality testing.
• Operate within SOPs and keep a clean work area.
• Rotate through winding department centers within 18 months.
• Read and interpret prints and orders in English.
• Follow safety procedures including lock out/tag out.
• Meet quality and productivity requirements.
• Train and share knowledge with coworkers.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Reading prints

English reading/writing

Math basics

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Gauges

Measuring devices

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to: Production Supervisor __

The work model for the role is: Onsite #LI-Onsite (Athens, GA)

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Role and responsibilities

• Conducting all types of assembly work to produce semi-finished or final products/systems/panels, including the packing where integrated with production lines.
• Performing work manually or by using light hand tools.
• Carrying out regular quality testing as part of a defined production process.
• Operating within standard operating procedures and maintaining a clean work area.
• Demonstrate the ability to satisfactorily perform in two (2) Winding department work centers within an eighteen (18) month period.
• Ability to receive and understand verbal and written technical instructions in English and respond in English.
• The ability to read and interpret information from prints, factory orders, routings and other internal documentation in hard copy or electronic formats.
• Function safely in an industrial manufacturing setting where factory physical conditions exist, including shift work as required.
• Use appropriate gauges and measuring devices.
• Have the knowledge of basic mathematics needed to measure in fractions.
• Meet quality and productivity requirements.
• Follow lock out/tag out and other safety procedures.

Work centers within the Winding Department

• Insulation
• Coil Wind
• Small Hand Wind
• Large Hand Wind
• Automatic Stator Wind
• Final Form/Trim/Sleeve
• Connect
• Braze
• Lash
• Surge Test
• Repair
• Material Mover
• Upender

Additional responsibilities

• Conform to policies and procedures as an ABB employee.
• Perform housekeeping duties as required.
• Train, share knowledge & information with coworkers.
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The ability to lift up to 50 lbs. close to the body and 35 lbs. away from the body 60% of the time.
• More than 50 lbs. 40% of the time with assistance.
• The ability and willingness to use the company designated personal protective equipment.
• Visual acuity (corrected) to read directions, prints and gauges.
• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting and lifting (assisted and unassisted).
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in a factory environment (concrete floor, heat, cold, noise, allergies, etc.)
• Physically highly repetitive in nature.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Utilize and function with basic computer skills as defined by the company.

More About Us

ABB’s NEMA Motors Division is the global leading electric NEMA motors manufacturer. With more than 4,500 employees across the globe and seven manufacturing locations that produce more than 1.6 million motors every year, the division powers its customers from many industries with safe, reliable energy-efficient and effective solutions. NEMA Motors Division is a trusted leader with the shortest lead time and the broadest modularized product offering.

What's In It For You

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiantive Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability.

You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

• Health, Life & Disability Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account).
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
• Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid.
• Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program
• Retirement 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
• Time off ABB provides 11 paid holidays.
• Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions.

Building a cleaner, smarter future

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Why ABB Working at ABB gives you the opportunity to contribute to a healthier and more prosperous world. Add to your story, to create their own careers at ABB.

We want you to be proud of being part of ABB.

We create safe, fair, equitable and inclusive working environments in which our people can succeed and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or cultural, religious or social background. Diverse teams make us stronger.

ABB is also committed to a high standard of integrity in everything we do.

We grow We help our people succeed and develop, and we empower them to create their own careers at ABB. Our benefits, reward and development programs encompass a wide array of offerings.