Assembly Operator, 1 shift at BorgWarner

Seneca, South Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Manufacturing, AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

High School diploma/GED or basic skills assessment
6 months of assembly related experience preferred
Experience in fast paced industrial lean environment preferred
Basic computer knowledge
Ability to be trained on and perform all assembly line operations
Ability to visually inspect and assemble small components to quality standards
Ability to use hand-held gages
Ability to work with automatic transmission fluid
Ability to work well in a team environment
Ability to safely operate all equipment in the Assembly department
Ability to read and understand job aids/work instructions or follow oral instructions
Ability to manually load, unload, and maneuver materials onto/from pallets, trays, racks, baskets, and shelves
Ability to stand for long periods, including during operation of stand-up lifts
Ability to lift shoulder high up to 35 lbs. repetitively
Ability to perform repetitive motion activities (assembly, walking, standing, lifting, loading/unloading carts)
Occasional ability to climb steps
Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, ability to adjust focus
Key competencies: Safety, Judgement/Decision Making, Teamwork/Interpersonal Skills, Attendance, Attention to detail and accuracy of work
Ability to wear all required PPE and follow safety protocols
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with moderate noise level

Responsibilities

Assemble components, load, unload, and operate Assembly machines
Visually inspect and assemble small components to quality standards
Use hand-held gages
Work with automatic transmission fluid
Safely perform all tasks assigned by Team Lead/Coordinator, including all positions in Assembly department
Safely operate all equipment in the Assembly department
Read and understand job aids/work instructions or follow oral instructions to execute component flow requirements
Manually load, unload, and maneuver materials onto/from pallets, trays, racks, baskets, and shelves
Support 5S / Housekeeping activities
Use appropriate hold tags to process defective parts through nonconforming material procedure
Perform SAP entries and transactions as needed
Adhere to standard work procedures to assemble units and contribute to development/continuous improvement
Perform required work steps within required cycle time
Wear all required PPE and follow safety protocols
Comply with safety policies and procedures

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AssemblyVisual InspectionHand-held GagesSAP5SHousekeepingPPETeamworkWork Instructions

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Assembly Operator position?

A High School diploma/GED or basic skills assessment is required, with 6 months of assembly related experience preferred, especially in a fast-paced industrial lean environment.

What are the key skills needed for this role?

Key competencies include Safety, Judgement/Decision Making, Teamwork/Interpersonal Skills, Attendance, and Attention to detail and accuracy of work. Candidates must be able to visually inspect components, use hand-held gages, read job aids, and perform repetitive tasks.

Is teamwork important in this position?

Yes, candidates must work well in a team environment and perform all tasks assigned by the Team Lead/Coordinator.

What are the physical requirements for this job?

The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 35 lbs. repetitively shoulder high, repetitive motion activities, and occasional climbing of steps in a fast-paced environment.

What makes a strong candidate for the Assembly Operator role?

Strong candidates have a High School diploma/GED, 6 months of assembly experience in a fast-paced lean environment, basic computer knowledge, and demonstrate safety focus, teamwork, attention to detail, and reliability.