Assembly Operator - 1st shift

Job Type: Full-time

Shift: 1st Shift (7:00AM-3:30PM)

Pay: $19.11 per hour

• Equality
  . We treat each other with fairness, respect, and professionalism.
• Innovation. We seek out new opportunities, innovate and experiment with new ideas.
• Teamwork. We work as a team, collaborating with and supporting each other for the good of Southern States.
• Continuous Improvement. We will be open to learning and change to be more effective.
• Have Fun. We will be profitable, grow the company, and have fun.

• Competitive wages & shift differential
• Weekly paycheck
• 10 Paid Holidays & Birthday Holiday
• Paid vacation
• Steel toe shoes reimbursements up to $135
• Medical insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Referral Program (up to $1,500 earned per referral)
• 401K retirement account
• Discount program with Verizon Wireless

The Southern States LLC Assembly Operator 3 performs repetitive bench or line assembly operations to mass-produce high voltage electrical switches or switch subassemblies.

• Positive Attitude.
• Regular and Consistent Attendance.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions communicated in written, oral and diagram form.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly condition work area.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups or individuals.

• Read and understand all assembly blueprints, assembly manuals, special assembly instructions and safety rules.
• Position and secure components on assembly fixture if required.
• Inspect and measure parts to ensure specified tolerance and quality.
• Place parts in specified relationship to each other following assembly blueprints.
• Fasten parts together with bolts, clips, screws, cements, or other fasteners, using hand tools and portable power tools.
• Tend machines such as drill presses, punch presses or riveting machines, to perform drilling, force fitting or fastening at assembly stations.
• Mark identifying information on parts.
• May remove small quantities of metal with hand files and air files to produce close fit between parts.
• Work at different work stations as production needs change.
• Install switch components, such as bearings, insulators, jaws, hinges, blades or counterbalances.
• Work on assembly line or work station where tasks vary as different models progress through production processes.
• Rework, repair, or replace faulty components.
• Cleans and lubricates parts and assemblies.
• Maintain working area in a clean, safe and orderly condition.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); up to one month of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• MATHEMATICAL
  
  SKILLS:
  
  Ability to add and subtract whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ability to use simple mathematical and geometric devices, such as, calculators, calipers, scales, measuring tapes, etc.

• Work Keys ACT Score (Applied Math – 3, Graphic Literacy – 4, Workplace Observation –
  2).

Southern States LLC is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, sex age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, education, political affiliation, or veteran status.