Light Assembler I

About the role

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.

All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

The Light Assembler I is an entry‑level production role responsible for performing basic, repetitive assembly tasks involving light components or sub‑assemblies. This position follows clearly defined work instructions, quality standards, and safety procedures to support efficient manufacturing operations. Work is closely supervised and emphasizes accuracy, consistency, attendance, and learning fundamental assembly skills.

Role Overview

The Light Assembler I supports manufacturing operations by assembling, inspecting, and packaging light parts or products using hand tools, fixtures, or simple equipment. Tasks are standardized and routine, requiring attention to detail and adherence to production schedules. The role may operate in a manufacturing, warehouse, or production environment and works as part of a team under direct supervision.

The position typically reports to a Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, or Team Lead.

Key Responsibilities

Assembly & Production Tasks

• Perform simple, repetitive assembly of light components or products according to work instructions
• Fit, fasten, or connect parts using hand tools, fixtures, or basic equipment

• Follow standardized assembly sequences and production methods
• Meet defined production quantity and quality expectations
• Quality & Inspection Support
• Perform basic visual inspections of assembled parts
• Identify obvious defects, missing components, or assembly errors
• Separate non‑conforming items and notify supervision

Follow quality standards and documentation requirements

• Material Handling & Workstation Support
• Retrieve, stage, and handle materials or components as needed
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe workstations
• Support packaging, labeling, or sorting of finished goods
• Dispose of waste and scrap according to procedures
• Safety & Compliance

Follow all safety rules, PPE requirements, and work instructions

• Use tools and equipment safely and as trained
• Report safety concerns, hazards, or incidents promptly
• Comply with environmental, quality, and operational policies
• Teamwork & Learning
• Work cooperatively with team members and supervisors
• Follow direction and accept feedback to improve performance

Learn basic assembly techniques, quality expectations, and production flow:

• Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality
• Scope & Impact
• Impact is limited to assigned assembly tasks
• Work is repetitive and highly structured
• Errors are typically detectable through inspection and supervision
• Contributes to production output, quality, and workflow efficiency

Education & Experience

• No formal education required
• Prior manufacturing, assembly, or production experience helpful but not required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately
• Attention to detail and manual dexterity
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks consistently
• Basic understanding of workplace safety practices
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced production environment
• Additional Job Details
• Support & Production – S1
• Organizational Impact
• Works to deliver on day-to-day objectives with minor impact on achievement results for the team
• Delivers job responsibilities following a defined standard output or set of procedures
• Work consists of tasks that are routine, or well defined, with specific instructions to achieve standardized solutions
• Work is closely supervised

Communication & Influence

• Communicates with contacts typically within immediate job area on matters that involve obtaining or providing information requiring little explanation or interpretation

Innovation & Complexity

• Responsible for checking data and information or troubleshooting when minor changes may be required based on review
• Daily challenges faced are routine and solutions clearly prescribed
• Follows a well-established and familiar set of activities and/or processes to derive a solution

Leadership & Talent Management

• N/A – Jobs at this level are focused on self-development

Knowledge & Experience

• Requires limited job knowledge of systems and procedures. Follows basic work routines and standards
• Does not require advanced education and requires little to no prior experience