Automotive Parts Production Associate

About the role

WAI GLOBAL is hiring automotive parts remanufacturing team members in Cowpens, South Carolina, to work with starters and alternators. The role involves producing a variety of rotating electrical products (Alternators and Starters), including disassembly, assembly, testing and packaging.

The posting seeks team members with a passion for automotive work, precision and attention to detail, and team spirit. It notes a $1000 attendance bonus and a $500 referral bonus, and says that team members’ efforts contribute to customer satisfaction.

Shift hours: 1st Shift 7:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday

Work environment

This role involves working in a warehouse and manufacturing setting. Standard equipment used in this setting includes machinery, computers, cameras, and material handling equipment (forklift, reach truck, order picker, etc.).

Physical demands

• Standing: Must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position.
• Walking, Reaching and Handling: Must be able to move about in the warehouse and on the shop floor to access product and machinery, etc. Must be able to stand and walk 60% of time, lift up to 40 lbs. normal, up to 70 lbs. less than 10% of time.
• Seeing: Frequently reads various documents and operates computer and other tools/databases/equipment.
• Talking and Hearing: Frequently communicates with colleagues, co-workers, and customers. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to work around or operate manufacturing machinery.

Responsibilities

• Assemble rotating electrical products using remanufactured parts and components, ensuring high quality output.
• Maintain cadence of disassembly in order to keep pace of line and attain production targets and metrics.
• Perform daily production tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure that all equipment is properly maintained, cleaned, and ready for use.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed on time and within budget.
• Participate in a collaborative work environment utilizing effective communication and willingness to cross train to enhance team productivity, versatility, and skill development.
• Comply with comprehensive safety protocols and participate in ongoing training to ensure a secure work environment and maintain a safety-conscious culture.
• Follow all 5S principles and guidelines daily to optimize workflow, efficiency, and a clean work environment.
• Undertake additional responsibilities and tasks as directed by management.

Requirements

• Preferred: High School Diploma or an equivalent qualification; 1 years’ experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities.
• Capable of following instructions and responding to management direction.
• Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Exhibits experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
• Has the ability to read and interpret various documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Possesses effective verbal communication skills.
• A passion for all things automotive; bonus points if you've ever felt a jolt of excitement at the sight of a perfectly crafted alternator.
• Precision and attention to detail that would make an engineer proud.
• Team spirit that powers up the whole manufacturing line.