Description
General Assembler
Job Category Assembly
Location South Charleston, WV
Job Type Full Time, Non-Exempt
Reports to (title): Production Supervisor
Company Description
GreenPower Motor Company, Inc. (GreenPower) is a leading manufacturer and
distributor of purpose-built, all-electric, zero-emission medium and heavy-
duty vehicles serving the cargo and delivery market, shuttle and transit space
and school bus sector.
Brief Description
A General Assembler performs parts and material installation and assembly
tasks per written and verbal work instructions.
Responsibilities
Performs installations and assembles parts according to special written
work instructions, routings, blueprints and verbal directives.
Cleans, assembles, disassembles and replaces parts as required.
Maintains a clean and safe working environment and optimizes space
utilization.
Communicates and cooperates with supervisors and coworkers.
Operates and maintains shop equipment.
Follows quality service standards and complies with procedures, rules and
regulations.
Keeps production supervisor advised of work status, workload, problems and
progress as related to work assignments.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
High school diploma or GED.
One year of related experience.
Good organizational and time management skills.
Reading and basic math skills; ability to understand verbal and written
work instructions.
Ability to read and understand blueprints.
Skilled in use of hand tools, shop tools, equipment and measuring devices.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures; machinery and
forklift experience are preferred.
Manufacturing and/or automotive experience preferred.
Willingness to travel if required.
Willingness to attend education training and classes.
Must be able to pass a preemployment drug screening.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of standing.
Required to walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb
and crawl.
Frequent use of hand tools and materials which may create repetitive hand
motion.
Regularly lift and move up to 10 lbs.; frequently lift and move up to 30
lbs., and occasionally lift and move up to 50 lbs.
Ability to see and adjust visual focus both up-close and at a distance;
position requires peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to see
and distinguish colors.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Work Environment
Exposure to high levels of noise.
Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but
not limited to: eye safety glasses, hearing protection, work boots and
hardhats.
Required to drive and may at times work outdoors.
Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
GreenPower Motor Company is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin/ancestry, disability status, age, protected veteran status or any other
characteristic protected by state or federal law.
To Apply:
Submit a cover letter and a resume by email to [email protected].
If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process
please email and let us know the nature of your request and your contact
information.
Education & Training:
Qualified candidates will receive on the job training and will be required
to attend education and training classes at BridgeValley Community & Technical
College.
Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation for this position will be in the range of $18 TO $20 per hour.
Qualified candidates will be paid for a 40-hour work week, working four,
10-hour shifts while attending classes at BridgeValley on either Mondays or
Fridays. GreenPower offers benefits including
health/dental/vision/prescription drug plan, flexible benefits plan, 401(K)
retirement savings plan, life and disability benefits, paid holidays, paid
vacation and tuition reimbursement.
Salary Description
$18 to $20 per hour
