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Assembly Operator 3 - 1st shift

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Job Type: Full-time
Shift: 1st Shift (7:00AM-3:30PM)
Pay: $19.11 per hour

OUR VALUES:

  • Equality. We treat each other with fairness, respect, and professionalism.
  • Innovation. We seek out new opportunities, innovate and experiment with new ideas.
  • Teamwork. We work as a team, collaborating with and supporting each other for the good of Southern States.
  • Continuous Improvement. We will be open to learning and change to be more effective.
  • Have Fun. We will be profitable, grow the company, and have fun.

WHAT WE CAN DO FOR YOU:

  • Competitive wages & shift differential
  • Weekly paycheck
  • 10 Paid Holidays & Birthday Holiday
  • Paid vacation
  • Steel toe shoes reimbursements up to $135
  • Medical insurance 
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term coverage.
  • Employee Referral Program (up to $1,500 earned per referral)
  • 401K retirement account 
  • Discount program with Verizon Wireless

POSITION SUMMARY
The Southern States LLC Assembly Operator 3 performs repetitive bench or line assembly operations to mass-produce high voltage electrical switches or switch subassemblies.

YOU’LL SUCEED WITH:

  • Positive Attitude.
  • Regular and Consistent Attendance.
  • Willingness to learn.
  • Ability to comprehend and follow instructions communicated in written, oral and diagram form.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly condition work area.
  • Ability to work well with diverse groups or individuals.

HOW YOU WILL ADD VALUE:

  • Read and understand all assembly blueprints, assembly manuals, special assembly instructions and safety rules.
  • Positions and secures components on assembly fixture if required.
  • Inspects and measures parts to ensure specified tolerance and quality.
  • Places parts in specified relationship to each other following assembly blueprints.
  • Fasten parts together with bolts, clips, screws, cements, or other fasteners, using hand tools and portable power tools.
  • Tends machines such as drill presses, punch presses or riveting machines, to perform drilling, force fitting or fastening at assembly stations.
  • Marks identifying information on parts.
  • May remove small quantities of metal with hand files and air files to produce close fit between parts.
  • Works at different work stations as production needs change.
  • Installs switch components, such as bearings, insulators, jaws, hinges, blades or counterbalances.
  • Works on assembly line or work station where tasks vary as different models progress through production processes.
  • Reworks, repairs, or replaces faulty components.
  • Cleans and lubricates parts and assemblies.
  • Maintains working area in a clean, safe and orderly condition.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

  • EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); up to one month of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add and subtract whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ability to use simple mathematical and geometric devices, such as, calculators, calipers, scales, measuring tapes, etc.

****Mandatory WorkKeys Ready***

  • WorkKeys ACT Score (Applied Math – 3, Graphic Literacy – 4, Workplace Observation – 2).

Southern States LLC is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of , , , , marital status, personal appearance, , , family responsibilities, , education, political affiliation, or veteran status.

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Assembly Operator 3 - 1st shift

Hampton, VA
Full time

Published on 07/26/2025

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