Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Production Operator is accountable for working as part of a team having responsibility for assembling an entire product or component of a product. Production Operators can perform some or all tasks conducted by the team in the assembly process and rotate through all or most of them rather than being assigned to a specific task permanently. This role is based in Henderson, NV at our Wigwam location.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Understand and perform all the tasks required in a particular production process including but not limited to soldering, hand crimping, ultrasonic welding, and resistance spot welding.
• Able to use a variety of hand and power tools including glue and hot air guns.
• Ability to understand and interpret work instructions, workmanship criteria, and drawings.
• Participate in continuous improvement training including but not limited to cross-training to all departments.
• Perform other duties outside their scope of work as assigned and required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of manufacturing production processes in a related industry preferred
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Ability to adapt to change in the workplace and rotate to other functions as needed
• Great communication and collaboration skills
• Must be able to stand the entire shift and lift up to 45 lbs. at a fast pace
• Working knowledge of computers and office software
• Technical and mechanical aptitude
• Organizational and time management abilities
• Required to work overtime as scheduled

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting while performing assembly tasks at a workstation, as well as the ability to stand for prolonged periods during assembly line work
• Repetitive tasks involving hand and wrist motions, such as assembling small parts, using tools and operating machinery
• Fine motor skills for accurate and efficient assembly
• Frequent reaching, grasping, pushing or pulling production materials
• Capable of lifting and carrying battery components, tools or assembled units weighing up to 50lbs.  May involve moving or positioning items within the manufacturing area
• Standing, bending or kneeling to access equipment, perform on-site assessments, operate machinery, handle delicate components or performs tasks at various heights and angles
• Working in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and noise levels. May involve exposure to battery chemicals or other materials used in the assembly process.
• Required to wear and properly use personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and gloves as required by safety protocols

We thank all those who have shown interest in this position, however only those being selected for an interview will be contacted.