WMU Entry Level Associate

Legrand AV, Inc.; Elmwood (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Legrand is seeking an Entry Level Manufacturing Associate to join the Wiremold Team in West Hartford, CT. The role focuses on fabrication and assembly operations to produce a variety of products, including complex assemblies, under supervision.

You will perform tasks using hand tools and basic machines, maintain quality and safety standards, and collaborate with group leaders to rotate through work cells. Authorization to work in the United States and a high school diploma are required.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Six months experience in manufacturing/warehouse environment.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• Must be able to use basic hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Must be willing to cross-train on all rotation assignments.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication and assembly tasks including pressing, tapping, welding, sealing, labeling, stamping, counting, loading and unloading.
• Potentially packs, seals, and labels raceway products and operates packaging equipment.
• Uses a variety of hand tools and small machinery.
• Records, maintains, and reports on materials handled or transported.
• Maintains clean, organized work area following 5S principles and TPM schedules.
• Complies with OSHA safety procedures and supports quality standards.

Skills

English fluency

Basic hand tools

Measuring instruments

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for an Entry Level Associate to join the Wiremold Team in West Hartford, CT. The Entry Level Manufacturing Associate performs fabrication and assembly operations to produce products of all kinds, including complex operations.

Major Responsibilities/Activities:

• Fabrication and assembly activities include, but are not limited to, pressing, tapping, welding, sealing, labeling, stamping, counting, loading and unloading products and cartons and pallets. In addition, cutting to length and fabricating wires and assembling power/data devices into products including terminating connections and testing of assemblies or finished products. Taking direction from appropriate Group Leader or supervision.
• Potentially packs, seals, and labels all raceway products utilizing tools and equipment as needed. Makes minor adjustments on assembling and packaging machines and small hand tools to maintain quality. Taking direction from appropriate Group Leader or supervision.
• Uses a variety of hand tools, air screw drivers, tapping machines, automatic and semi-automatic machinery.
• Records, maintains, and reports on materials handled, packed, stored, or transported using applicable company systems.
• Places completed work in designated location, potentially using basic material handling equipment.
• Loads and unloads work in process to machines required in their rotation, including restarts and resets as needed.
• Maintains equipment and materials in good repair and maintains an orderly work area consistent with 5C practices and the Wiremold Production system.
• Performs Total Preventive Maintenance (TPM) schedules and assignments as required for the tools, equipment and small machines used in the performance of this function.
• Complies with all OSHA safety and Company safety procedures and works in a safe manner to insure both personal safety and safety to others.
• Performs all assignments with attention to quality standards of workmanship.
• Records quality and productivity information as necessary.
• Flexible Associate 9/14
• Flex Associate 9/14
• May work alone with periodic supervision or may work with a group depending on the products being assembled or the tools and equipment being operated.
• Performs other work as directed by Group Leader or supervisor.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently. High school education or equivalent.
• Six (6) months prior experience in a manufacturing/warehouse environment, ideally involving wiring and assembly. Other consideration may be given for prior experience with corporations who highly utilize continuous improvement activities.
• Must be able to use basic hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Must demonstrate an ability to perform standard work processes.
• Must be able to perform all work assignments within the classification in a rotation within the work cell/department, in a productive and efficient way, producing work of good quality.
• Must be willing to cross train on all rotation assignments in the work cell/department.

Essential Mental Functions:

• Must be able to work from the paperwork, including but not limited to blueprint or standard work sheets, when the work assignment requires.
• Must be able to solve mathematical equations.
• Must have good organizing and prioritization skills

Physical Requirements:

Requires standing and walking; frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand motions; lifting up to 40 pounds; clear verbal communication; close visual inspection; and working in a manufacturing environment with machinery and potential hazards.

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.

Bridging power from sources to pathways to touchpoints, Legrand's Electrical Infrastructure division combines innovation and quality to provide leading solutions for an evolving energy landscape. Our expertly designed products enable customers to confidently address the complex needs and challenges of electrification, while enhancing everyday experiences like plugging in, switching on, and staying connected. Committed to best-in-class service at every stage, we act as a trusted partner for our customers to ensure each project's success and their continued satisfaction. Legrand's Electrical Infrastructure division includes the following brands and product lines: Girtz, Avtron, Power Bus Way, Cablofil, Connectrac, Wiremold and Pass & Seymour.

Legrand, North & Central America offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company's incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us.