Assembler -1st Shift Palatine

Key Responsibilities:

• Assembling Mark V circuit-switchers at one of several stations, ranging in size from 6’ x 10’ x 10’ to 15’ x 15’ x 15’.
• Assembling TR-II switches, ranging in size up to 5’ x 1’ x 1’ to 11’x 1’ x 1’.
• Identifying, transporting, installing, mounting and bolting all switch components (ranging from 5 lbs. to over 100 lbs. with assistance). Some judgment is required to assemble and make simple adjustments.
• Performing mechanical inspection using torque wrenches, screwdriver and tape measure, and electrical inspection using a test console.
• Using simple material handling equipment, hand tools, power tools, simple gauges and instruments, and overhead cranes
• Education:
• High school diploma or GED required
• What you’ll Need to Succeed:
• Proficient in reading blueprints
• Testing knowledge of electrical switching e.g. relays, contactors and circuit breakers.
• Demonstrate the skills to use air impact tools and other hand-held tools.
• Ability to use shop math and measuring tools such as tape measures.
• Ability to follow specific instructions and procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical assembly operations preferred.
• Manufacturing assembly experience.
• Soldering experience preferred.
• Physical demands:
• Standing: All tasks are performed in a standing position with intermittent walking.
• Lifting: Frequent lifting of items ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 50 lbs.
• Walking: Occasional walking moderate distances (less than 1/8 mile).
• Carrying: Frequent carrying of items ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 25 lbs.
• Pushing: Occasional pushing of motorized material handling carts with loaded weights up to 1000 lbs.
• Pulling: Occasional pulling of motorized material handling carts with loaded weights up to 1000 lbs.
• Bending: Frequent bending and crouching to safely lift parts of various sizes and shapes.
• Reaching: Continuous full range of motion from above the shoulders to below the knees.
• Handling: Continuous handling of parts ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 50 lbs.
• Other: Respirator certification required.
• S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at [email protected].
• Please provide resume to be considered
• No fixed Deadline