Bus Assembler

About the role

This role supports the assembly of copper bus required for electrical equipment. The overall objective of this position is to provide high quality craftsmanship when assembling copper bus and similar conductive material using best in class installation techniques in order to contribute to a team focused on achieving industry leading cycle time, delivering superior quality, and assisting in reducing per unit costs.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate an entry-level of proficiency in executing workmanship on all production projects to include large line-ups and complex sections in areas of assembling and installing copper bus into enclosures, per drawing packages and instructions defined by the Engineering Department.
• Install and mount conductive material into electrical enclosures by reading and comprehending schematics or documents, under supervision and guidance from senior team members, to efficiently build customized equipment in order to meet and exceed deadlines.
• Perform daily tasks with safe and proper use of equipment and tools, including tape measures, drills, hand power tools, overhead cranes, pallet jacks, and saw horses.
• Interpret and apply basic knowledge of manufacturing and principles while reading specifications to make determinations on bussing parts, methods, and sequencing.
• Maintain a safe, clean and well-organized work area by complying with safety procedures, rules, quality standards and best practices, and relying on pre-established guidelines or directions from senior team members to perform tasks optimally.
• Complete necessary paperwork such as Engineering Corrective Reports, Non-conformance Reports, Corrective Action Reports, and Material Transfer Requests.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of work experience assembling copper bus, or similar materials, into electrical control equipment in a manufacturing facility required.
• Knowledge or raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models.
• Intermediate math skills (calculate figures/discounts, proportions, area, etc.).
• Manual Dexterity: The ability to quickly move your hand, you hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Control Precision: The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
• Arm-Hand Steadiness: The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Design: Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models.
• Math Skills: This position requires intermediate math skills (calculate figures/discounts, proportions, area, etc.).
• Multi-limb Coordination: The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
• Near Vision: The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Customer & Service Orientation: The ability to initiate and actively seek ways to help people.

Education

• A High School Diploma or GED is required.

Values

• Safety Focus: Prioritize safety in all actions. Actively follow safety protocols, identify potential hazards, and take immediate steps to correct or report unsafe conditions. Model safe behavior for others and contribute to a culture of workplace safety.
• Have Humanity: Respect the input and ideas of everyone to create the best possible outcome.
• Be Transparent: Value transparency in all interactions, ensuring honesty and openness with each stakeholder.
• Drive Innovation: Seek new ways to improve and take on new challenges.
• Be Resilient: Adapt to the ever-evolving business needs enabled by resourcefulness and agility.
• Always Reliable: Deliver on your commitments and achieve your goals. Show up to work on time and complete your assigned tasks.
• Grit: Learn new things, actively seek feedback, and training.
• Ownership Mindset: Take full responsibility for the quality and efficiency of your work. Proactively identify issues, offer solutions, and follow through. Treat company resources and goals as your own.

Performance Metrics

• Attendance & Punctuality: Maintain 97% attendance rate with minimal tardiness.
• Teamwork & Communication: Receive positive feedback from team leaders or operators on responsiveness and attitude.
• Continuous Improvement Participation: Actively contribute at least one improvement idea per quarter.
• Safety Compliance: Zero safety violations or incidents; full adherence to PPE and safety protocol.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• This is a FLSA non-exempt position paid on an hourly basis. Overtime may be required based on production demands, including extended shifts, weekends, or holidays.
• The position requires standing for extended periods, working around machinery, and adherence to all safety and compliance standards.
• Mobility: Ability to move around the manufacturing plant, including walking, standing, and climbing stairs.
• Manual Dexterity: Occasional use of hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Lifting: Ability to lift and carry items up to fifty (50) pounds. All lifting should be done following OSHA standards.
• Visual and Auditory Requirements: Must be able to see and hear well enough to navigate the plant safely and communicate effectively with team members.