Location:

Michigan City, Indiana, United States

Job ID:

R0071672

Date Posted:

2024-12-17

Company Name:

HITACHI GLOBAL AIR POWER US, LLC

Profession (Job Category):

Production & Skilled Trades

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Hitachi Global Air Power:

We build the machines that power industry. We are Hitachi Global Air Power, a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer driving the innovations that keep the world moving.

From our headquarters in Michigan City, Indiana, our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe: from food and beverage to life-saving pharmaceuticals and cutting edge semi-conductor chips. Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges, lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production.

We are a team of innovators, engineers, and quality experts with a shared vision to create the next generation of efficient, environment-forward compressed air solutions that meet the demands of today, while boldly contributing to a sustainable, circular economy. With more than 58 years of legacy and trusted performance through our brands - Hitachi, Sullair, and Champion (Australia), we are proud of our reputation for reliability, durability, and performance and groundbreaking engineering.

Join us in building a future where your work has an impact. At Hitachi Global Air Power, you will be part of a global network that is shaping the future of industrial power.

Summary of the position:

The Fabrication Assembler position requires an individual to perform several duties as defined within the Assembly family.

This is a 2nd Shift position located at the Hitachi Global Air Power manufacturing plant in Michigan City, Indiana. 

Duties and responsibilities:

• Read, interpret, and follow basic engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately assemble steel panels, doors, and supports.
• Utilize handheld tools such as a rivet gun, hand-held screw, and drill gun.
• Perform work for loading and/or unloading parts on the powder coat line.
• Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards.
• Identify product defects and complete appropriate documentation when defects are identified.
• Rework and/or repair assembled equipment and products according to engineering specification changes.
• Safe material handling processes, including forklift driving and overhead crane operating.
• Safely execute daily production, quality, and on time delivery requirements.
• Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly at each shift.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School education or equivalent

Professional experience:

• Minimum of 1-3 years’ previous manufacturing assembly preferred.
• Basic computer skills required (ie. Spreadsheets, data entry, email)
• Understand basic engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures.
• Basic reading skills necessary to perform the functions of the job.
• Working with various hand and pneumatic tools and various measuring tools.
• Ability to read blueprints.

Key behaviors:

• Lifting up to 35 lbs.
• Lifting over 35 lbs. or assistance from another associate.
• Physically able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, reaching, kneeling and working in awkward positions, lifting over your head at times.
• Safety Requirements:
  • Must understand and comply with the 5 Cardinal Rules.
  • Participate in EHS quarterly audits, if required.
  • Required to wear the proper PPE equipment for the work area.
  • Required to attend scheduled toolbox and safety meetings.
  • Must immediately report injuries or unsafe conditions to the supervisor.

Direct reports:

The successful candidate is responsible for complying with Hitachi Global Air Power US Code of Ethics and related policies. In performing the job, the incumbent shall take all steps necessary to comply with our safety rules and requirements and must actively support the organization's efforts to meet and exceed its goals of creating and maintaining a safe workplace.

This description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion.

Hitachi Global Air Power US is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, religion, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other protected categories under applicable law, whether in recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, compensation, or other conditions of employment.