Assembly Operator I

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success—and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

About the Company

nVent is a $2.1 billion, high-performance electrical company with a dedicated team of 9,000 people and trusted brands such as CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, RAYCHEM, LENTON, ERIFLEX, SCHROFF, and TRACER. Known for innovation, quality, and reliability, our products connect and protect, consistently delivering value to industrial, commercial, residential, energy, and infrastructure customers. While our name may be new, our products have set the standards for quality for more than a century. Today as nVent, we are focused and forward-looking, ready to build upon our legacy.

About the Business Segment

At nVent, we know that electrical systems are only as secure as the components used to fix, fasten, and mount cable and wire systems. The Electrical & Fastening Solutions segment is responsible for engineering over 100 patents. As electrical systems become more complex, nVent’s fastening experts focus on keeping things simple for the customer. Our nVent CADDY and nVent ERICO brands of fasteners are designed for easy and intuitive installation. With more than 100 million connections installed globally, ERICO CADWELD has set the industry standard in exothermic welding since 1939.

About the Role

In this position, you will be hands-on in assembling, labeling, and/or packing products in accordance with quality standards. As you grow, you will have the opportunity to cross-train in a variety of assembly positions to support the needs of the business.

Responsibilities

• Work individually or as part of a team to assemble, fill, kit, prepare, label, and/or package an entire product or component of a product according to Work Instructions.
• Complete work based on specifications, drawings, job routings, and/or Work Instructions.
• Select and move production materials as required.
• Maintain equipment and materials necessary to complete the operation.
• Meet established safety, quality, and performance standards to ensure production schedules are met.
• Record accurate information on Manufacturing Orders and perform transactions necessary to maintain accurate records and inventory balances.
• Comply with all applicable safety procedures, quality specifications, and 5S Standards.
• Report adverse conditions, non-conforming products/procedures, and 5S violations to the department leader in accordance with escalation procedures.
• Adhere to department 5S standards daily. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Notify team leader or other appropriate resource when problems arise concerning safety, quality, equipment, operations, materials, inventory, or documentation, in accordance with escalation procedures.
• Demonstrate flexibility by performing rotational assignments as needed.
• Participate actively as a team member through continuous improvement activities to meet customer needs.

At nVent, we believe in an agile and flexible workforce. You may have the opportunity to, or be asked to, work in multiple areas of the business, including but not limited to:

• Assembly
• RTS Packing
• One Shots
• Capping
• Wash & Pack

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years of manufacturing or production work experience.
• Ability to bend, squat down, and reach above your head.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Lift and carry at least 25 pounds.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment and meet operational deadlines.
• Self-motivating with the ability to identify and escalate non-conforming processes, products, or environmental issues.
• Ability to work with a team as part of an agile and flexible workforce.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented.

Benefits

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package for eligible full-time employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan—both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off (including volunteer time), a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

Company Values

We are known for being:

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team-oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Our commitment extends to strengthening the communities where our employees live and work. We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide through our nVent in Action matching program, providing funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money.