Assembler, General (TN) - Part Time - 2nd Shift

The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability, and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki Automotive, LLC is an international tier‑one supplier of high‑speed chain drive systems to the automotive industry. The Assembler works under the direction of the Production Supervisor and is responsible for producing parts by assembling parts and sub‑assemblies by hand or with simple machinery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow work instructions and/or route sheets, assemble and/or pack products for various departments.
• Inspect machine at beginning of shift and notate on check sheet.
• Clean and/or lubricate machinery as required.
• Inspect and place parts in designated trays.
• Meet specified quantity and quality guidelines.
• Maintain equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Report faulty operation or defective material to supervisor.
• Conduct visual quality inspections.
• Place product in containers on various work surfaces (slick, slippery) and at different levels.
• Monitor machines.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Work in different environments such as slick surfaces and climbing steps to retrieve product.
• Operate heavy machinery (milling machines, injection molding, etc.).
• Work in dimly lit areas.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• One to three months related experience and/or training.
• Manual dexterity and ability to use various machines.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to read a limited number of two‑ and three‑syllable words and recognize similarities and differences between words and series of numbers.
• Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Ability to add and subtract two‑digit numbers and to multiply and divide with tens and hundreds.
• Ability to perform these operations using weight measurement.
• Ability to apply common‑sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic problem‑solving or troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work with a team.
• Ability to work 5 to 6‑hour shifts.

Physical Requirements

• Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, walking, standing, lifting, reaching, pulling, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing.
• Heavy work: exerting up to 100 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work Environment

The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles. Noise level is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Health benefits effective on date of hire.
• Dental and vision benefits effective on the first of the month following date of hire.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 10 paid holidays.
• Generous 401(k) match and profit sharing.
• Annual bonus potential.
• Life insurance.
• Short and long‑term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Commuter benefits.
• Education reimbursement.
• Home and auto insurance discounts.
• Pet insurance.