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Pierce Manufacturing

Automotive Assembler - 1st and 2nd Shift ($21.23+/hr.)

Pierce Manufacturing, Appleton, Wisconsin, United States, 54914

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Automotive Assembler - 1st and 2nd Shift ($20.61+/hr.)

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Pierce Manufacturing . Pierce builds trucks that protect people and communities around the world. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience and education, minimum starting rate $20.61 per hour

2nd shift premium of $2.00 per hour

Merit increases at 6 months, 12 months, and annually

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability benefits

401k plan with company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs

Paid vacation and paid holidays

Relocation bonus of $2,500 for relocation from outside a 50‑mile radius

Job stability and opportunities for career growth

Hands‑on approach, customer focus, culture that fosters teamwork, people‑first culture

Hiring immediately

Shift Overview

Shift times and overtime hours vary by position, department, and location

1st shift: Monday – Thursday, four 10‑hour days, overtime on Fridays and Saturdays

2nd shift: Monday – Thursday, four 10‑hour days, overtime at the end of shift and on Fridays and Saturdays

Job Summary The assembler I positions are responsible for sub‑assembling many various parts to be used in the assembly process. Employees read and understand blueprints, collect proper materials, use hand and power tools, and maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Essential Functions

Communicate verbally with co‑workers to keep a safe work environment

Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks

Lift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, or shelf

Operate a crane/hoist for heavy lifting

Perform drilling, sanding, grinding, and buffing of parts

Perform gluing, taping, filing, screwing, tightening, and clamping of parts

Operate hand and power tools

Build and assemble subparts for the next assembly process

Apply measurement for proper alignment and attachment of parts

Read and interpret blueprints

Check and review check lists, work orders, and schedules

Assist co‑workers with lifting parts

Recognize the differences in parts and tools

Sweep and clean shop area

Work required hours and maintain an excellent attendance record

Work overtime as needed

Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Marginal Work Functions

Work with co‑workers in the same area

Utilize a computer to view prints and work orders

Sort, inspect, and pick the correct parts for the assembly process

Pull and run cables, wires, and harnesses throughout the truck

Operate a forklift to transport truck parts to and from designated areas

May assist in training new employees

Move to other departments/areas to assist with an assembly project

Test parts and equipment

Basic Qualifications

Previous experience with basic hand tools

Preferred Qualifications

Experience within a manufacturing operations environment

Previous experience as a Pierce team member or contractor

Key Abilities

Perform all assigned tasks with or without reasonable accommodations; detailed physical job analysis available upon request

Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills

Recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions

Use and wear personal protective equipment as indicated by the task or environment

Hear safety alarms and other co‑workers

Perform basic counting tasks

Read tape measure, safety manuals, work orders, and blueprints effectively

Follow instructions from supervisors and other co‑workers

Understand and identify safety issues

Maintain balance when walking and standing on potentially slippery work floor

Maintain balance when climbing on a portable step, ladder, or truck

Individually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 35 pounds

Tolerate constant standing while performing tasks along with occasional awkward positions to complete the tasks

Have good hand‑eye coordination

Use both hands for tool operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co‑workers with heavy lifting

Distinguish the difference in various parts and equipment

Operate and access heavy equipment safely and effectively

Remember task sequence and safety constraints

Equal Opportunity & Accommodation Information Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email

corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com .

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit‑based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

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