Production Associate II

About the Role

This position is responsible for the effective utilization of materials, equipment, and systems in the assembly of moderately complex electro-mechanical products. The role involves customizing and installing Custom Bus into Switchboard cabinetry, including basic to moderately complex troubleshooting, measuring, fabricating, and installing parts.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand moderately complex to very complex blueprints, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and schematics.
• Assemble medium-sized to very large parts, continuously lifting parts weighing up to 40 pounds (using overhead cranes or lift devices for weights beyond 40 pounds).
• Utilize a wide variety of hand tools, air tools, and measuring equipment.
• Perform the entire custom Bus operation for a job from start to finish, including quality checks.
• Use independent judgment to resolve discrepancies between bills of materials and drawings.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and seek support from supervision and engineering as needed.
• Quarantine non-conforming product according to standards and determine its disposition.
• Provide periodic input to supervision, engineering, and quality groups for product improvement.
• Maintain a safe and healthful working environment in accordance with OSHA requirements.
• Utilize computer systems for clocking job start and finish times.
• Ensure proper measuring techniques, tool use, and care.
• Perform other tasks as requested to ensure effective and continuous utilization of assets.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of electro-mechanical assembly experience.
• Basic understanding of UL requirements.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Proficiency in basic shop math and measuring techniques.
• Expertise with basic hand tools, air tools, gages, torque wrenches, grinders, and punch press equipment.
• Ability to work independently and pass the appropriate WorkKeys assessment.

Physical Demands

• Excellent natural or corrected vision.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds; continuous lifting of parts up to 40 pounds (with assistance for weights beyond 40 pounds).
• Job cannot be performed alternating between sitting and standing.
• Ability to perform continuous repetitive motions with hands and arms.
• Requires reaching overhead, pulling, pushing, and climbing a ladder.
• Requires a great deal of independent thought, judgment, and problem-solving for assembly and bus issues.

Working Conditions

• Safety shoes and safety glasses are required.
• Work is performed in a production environment within a manufacturing plant.
• Noise levels are within normal and acceptable standards.
• Proper use of various hand tools and cutting tools is required.
• Weight of parts assembled varies from a few pounds to 80+ pounds; proper handling of equipment is critical.

Benefits

• Collaborative team environment prioritizing safety, quality, and mutual support.
• Clear pathways for skill development and career advancement within operations.
• Stable role with structured processes and strong leadership guidance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with member reward points.
• Basic life insurance and Benefit Bucks.
• Flexible work arrangements and paid family leave.
• Well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off annually.
• 401(k) with company match and company share ownership.
• Performance discussions, global opportunities, and access to learning platforms like Coursera.
• Volunteer leave and support for community initiatives through the Schneider Electric Foundation.
• Military leave benefits.