PACK ASSEMBLER - 1ST SHIFT - East Penn Manufacturing - Deka Batteries

Get to know East Penn!

Navitas Systems LLC, a leader in comprehensive energy storage solutions, was formed in 2011 with the merger of MicroSun Innovative Energy Storage Solutions and MicroSun Electronics, and the acquisition of lithium battery company A123 Systems’ Government Solutions Group. In 2019, East Penn Manufacturing, one of the world’s leading battery manufacturers, acquired majority interest in Navitas Systems. In SEVEN remarkable decades, East Penn has grown from a one-room shop with a product line of five automotive batteries to one of the world’s leading battery manufacturers with over 10,500 full-time employees, 515 product designs, operations around the world, and hundreds of awards for industry excellence.

At our Navitas facilities we engage in the research, design, development, and manufacture of advanced lithium cells and energy storage products and systems for both commercial customers and U.S. Government/military customers. We invest in our people, they are and always will be the heart of this company. Are you ready to join a family-owned enterprise committed to honoring the contributions of everyone? Then Navitas is the right place for you.

Overview

Navitas is ready to invest in you!  We are seeking a Pack Assembler in Ann Arbor, Michigan that will perform highly skilled assembly work of various electronic components, wire harness assemblies, box build assemblies, and pack building.

The work schedule for this first shift position is Monday - Thursday from 6:00am - 4:30pm 

This position pays $18.00 per hour

Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and training.

Responsibilities

• Read and comprehend instructions and follow established procedures
• Assembly of Lithium battery packs, wire harness assembly, and various other cable assembly work.
• Pulling material kits, counting parts, and issuing materials to jobs.
• Must have strong familiarity with and able to use various crimping, hand tools, screwdrivers, pliers, torque wrenches, cutters, etc.
• Shall be accountable for quality, quantity and inspection of work performed.
• Train co-workers and assist when problems arise.
• Ensure daily 5S of workstation (maintain Clean and Organized Work Areas)
• Shall practice safe work habits and report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Ensure OSHA and Safety Compliance on Production floor.
• Ensure punctuality, reliability and acceptable attendance.
• Follow Company Policies and Quality System Processes
• Performs in a manner that will prevent errors and omissions.
• Provides advisory support and assistance to the department manager as needed.
• Responsible for meeting team targets and key performance indicators
• Participate in activities needed to support the management functions of the team.
• Follow all safety guidelines and operate in a safe manner
• Physical presence on the job is essential including weekends and holidays if deemed necessary
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school or GED degree
• Previous assembly experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge and capability to read and follow process documentation / build assembly prints / drawings
• Strong familiarity and experience with basic facility equipment (Soldering equipment, test equipment, crimping tools, and other hardware assembly tools)
• Good communication skills
• Comfortable with multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail

East Penn Benefits

Navitas/East Penn offers excellent benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Group health insurance that includes high quality medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage with a low employee premium
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match and a 3% employer contribution
• Paid company holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee assistance program
• Fitness Discounts
• Promotional opportunities

At Navitas/East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company. We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone.  We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do. More than 38% of our workforce has over a decade of service. Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, employee appreciation and recognition events, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.

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