Assembler / Bench Hand

Position Summary

An Electrical Assembler assembles electrical and electronic components, following blueprints and instructions, to create products like control devices, motors, and computers, using tools and machines, and ensuring quality through testing and inspection. Additionally this role will work as a bench in the overall assembly of the spray equipment custom builds.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Ability to read and comprehend electrical schematics, fabrication, and assembly drawings

Ability to assemble, wire, and install control panels in oil spraying equipment

Experience with 24VDC and 120 VAC Controls Systems - Industrial controls Wiring PLC Controllers, PanelViews, control relays, timing relays, etc

Experience with 230 - 460 VAC 3 Phase Power - Industrial high voltage wiring motors, contactors, overloads, VFDs, heaters, control transformers disconnect switches

Ability to complete mechanical assemblies with basic hand tools

Basic understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Experience with basic machining of small parts

Multi-tasking and agility to move from one job to the next as needed

Ability to follow and manage a strict production schedule

Ability to complete work as a team or independently

Ability to operate a forklift (propane and electric)

Understanding of inventory maintenance

Completion of all safety activities as required by the SSHE Dep

Complete all sanitation paperwork necessary (if needed)

Complete all other tasks as assigned

Complete all other tasks as assigned

Education & Experience:

Education: H.S Diploma

Nice to Have: Food Manufacturing Experience, experience working in a Union Environment, Associates Degree, Vocational Program. Knowledge of electrical wiring and circuit boards is valuable

Working Conditions

Physical/Additional Requirements: Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time, lift and move up to 50 lb, perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift, and other duties as assigned.

Tools & Equipment Used: Mechanical and electrical hand tools and testing equipment, hand drills, drill press, grinders/sanders, hydraulic punch, forklift, etc.

Pay and Benefits

The pay rate for this position is $28.48/hr.

Vantage offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

Medical, HSA, dental, vision

Life and AD&D insurance

Accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance

Short- and long-term disability

EAP, identity theft protection

Paid time off, Parental Leave

Pension and 401(k) offered through the Cleveland Bakers Union Local No. 19

Equal Employment Opportunity

Vantage is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected category.

About Vantage

Vantage provides natural solutions to our customers' technical performance and marketing needs through a unique combination of chemistry, application expertise and service. Underpinned by our broad portfolio of formulations, ingredients and actives that are built on a backbone of sustainable oils, fats and their derivatives, Vantage targets selected markets and applications including personal care, food, surface treatment, agriculture, pharma, and consumer and industrial performance. Vantage is headquartered in Deerfield, IL., operates in 11 countries worldwide and employs more than 1,000 talented professionals focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences with every interaction.

We are a dynamic people-centered organization where you'll be part of a collaborative global team. Embracing our cultural diversity, we learn from each other to constantly improve, adapt and iterate. We value the voices and talents of our colleagues, empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. We're convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results and we celebrate them by fostering a culture of recognition, development, learning, excellence and shared achievement. Most importantly, we know you're going to like it here. For more information visit: vantagegrp.com or LinkedIn/vantage.