Assembler at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in Lake Zurich, Illinois

Job Description:

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  Job Description
  
  
  Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks Assemblers who wish to work in a fast paced and ever changing high tech environment. If you have demonstrated successful experience in manual dexterity, the ability to multi-task, and possess process improvement skills, we invite you to consider joining our innovative team!
  
  
  This is a day shift position, Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm.
  
  
  
  As an Assembler, a typical day might include the following:
  
  
  
  
  
  • Following detailed work instructions to perform basic production duties such as assembly, operating machinery, packaging products, building products and soldering.
    
    
  
  
  • Obtaining a basic understanding of quality and productivity standards.
    
    
  
  
  • Demonstrating a willingness to learn, retain information, and become proficient in basic electronic production processes.
    
    
  
  
  • Learning and following all safety policies.
    
    
  
  
  • Developing positive and effective working relationships with co-workers.
    
    
  
  
  • Other duties as assigned.
    
    
  
  
  
  
  
  This job might be for you if you have:
  
  
  
  
  
  • The ability to listen, comprehend, and follow technical instructions.
    
    
  
  
  • The ability to work overtime as required.
    
    
  
  
  • Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
    
    
  
  
  • The ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
    
    
  
  
  • The ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
    
    
  
  
  • The ability to learn and follow safety policies.
    
    
  
  
  
  
  
  Preferred Qualifications:
  
  
  
  
  
  • Assembly experience.
    
    
  
  
  • Word processing and spreadsheet skills.
    
    
  
  
  
  
  
  Physical Requirements
  
  
  
  
  
  • Lift, push, pull and maneuver up to 40 pounds frequently
    
    
  
  
  • Sit and/or stand at least 8 hours
    
    
  
  
  • Vision correctable to 20/30 or better
    
    
  
  
  • Differentiate color
    
    
  
  
  • Reach
    
    
  
  
  • Bend
    
    
  
  
  • Kneel
    
    
  
  
  • Twist
    
    
  
  
  • Grip
    
    
  
  
  • Pinch
    
    
  
  
  • Fine finger dexterity sufficient to handle and place parts with precision and accuracy for at least 8 hours
    
    
  
  
  
  
  
  Lake Zurich, IL- Located in Lake Zurich, Illinois, SEL's Fault Indicator and Sensor Division, provides a positive, professional environment where you can make a difference in how the industry views SEL products and solutions. The company's proximity to Chicago will allow you to enjoy all that the city has to offer, but its quieter, suburban location is ideal for those looking for a more relaxed place to live and work.
  
  
  
  

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.



People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401K options.
  
  


• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  
  


• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
  
  


• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
  
  


• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
  
  

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: M/F/Vets/Disabled.



Pay Range Data



New hires generally start between $19.00 per hour - $21.00 per hour. We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.



Communication with Applicants



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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled. Apply Now