Continuous Improvement Specialist - Building B

Your role and responsibilities

In this role as a Continuous Improvement, you will support improvements in production of Instrument Transformers and Indoor & Outdoor products production in ELDS in Pinetops, North Carolina, USA.

The work model for the role is: #LI- Onsite

This role is contributing to our Electrification Distribution Solutions Operation in Pinetops, NC.

Your Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, modify, and install mechanical and electromechanical solutions including fixtures, tools, ergonomic assists, poke-yoke devices, workstations, carts, safety mechanisms, and prototype equipment.
• Collaborate with operators and team members to translate improvement ideas into safe, effective, and durable working solutions.
• Lead or support Kaizen with a focus on layout optimization, workstation design, tooling improvements, ergonomic enhancements, and material/production flow.
• Provide practical build, set-up, and commissioning of new or improved equipment, fixtures, and processes.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including CAD models, mechanical or electrical drawings, work instructions, and training materials.
• Train operators, maintenance personnel, and indirect staff during process changes or new equipment startups.
• Ensure all improvement solutions meet OSHA safety requirements and ergonomic standards.

Your Background

• Associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electromechanical Technology (or related field).
• Minimum 4 years of experience in fabrication, electromechanical design, maintenance, machining, welding, integration, or related technical fields.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) and experience with 3D printing for prototyping.
• Solid hands-on capability to design, build, wire, assemble, and diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems.
• Understanding of production processes, quality requirements, material flow, and lean manufacturing concepts.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple disciplines.
• High attention to detail, willingness to learn new technologies, and good problem-solving mindset.
• Candidates already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

What's in it for you

• We want you to bring your full self to work-your ideas, your energy, your ambition.
• You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter.
• Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

Abb Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

• [excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]
• Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on "Candidate/Guest" to
• Health, Life & Disability
• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
• Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
• Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

• Time off
• ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
• Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
• Ready to make an impact?