Operations Tech

About the role

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, this role as an Operations Technician may be a perfect match.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile equipment, including spotting trailers, forklifts, tuggers, and similar equipment
• Move materials throughout the facility and load sub-assembly fixtures
• Perform gridder functions and autonomous maintenance (AM) activities at sub-assembly cells
• Inspect incoming parts for accuracy and condition
• Maintain inventory control, process incoming materials, and perform cycle counts
• Resolve inventory discrepancies and dispute kitting errors with the warehouse
• Order hot parts through the warehouse or buyer and manage long lead-time inventory to prevent production line stoppages
• Work effectively with minimal supervision
• Communicate effectively with employees across all areas of the facility
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Work Environment

Work is performed in a manufacturing or industrial environment and may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, noise, dust, temperature variations, and other typical plant conditions. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

This position requires the ability to perform physically demanding tasks on a regular basis. Essential functions include:

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials, racks, skids, and equipment

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED/equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (CDL preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow written plans and procedures
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to pass pre-employment background screening, physical assessment, physical examination, and drug screening
• Ability to work overtime as required and work any assigned shift
• Ability to work rotating shifts, holidays, and overtime

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Associate degree or technical certification in a business or industrial discipline
• Two (2) years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Proficient computer skills in Excel or other Microsoft platforms
• Demonstrated safety training in an industrial environment

Pay

For this position, the base pay is set at $30.29/hour, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans
• Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first
• Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University
• Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier