Assembly Technician

Location: Sumter, SC

About SKF:
SKF has been making the world spin since 1907!
SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth. SKF bearings played an integral role in helping Mars Rover collect rock and regolith samples on the planet’s surface.

As an SKF team member, you will join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030.

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion.

Summary:
This position is responsible for the inspection and assembly of finished and semi-finished product using sub-assemblies and components in compliance with engineering drawings, customer and company specifications. The company’s world-class manufacturing industry is experiencing an increased demand, leading to a new line design and installation of state-of-the-art equipment and handling systems. SKF provides bearings for the military, medical, aerospace, and heavy construction industries, among others.

Responsibilities Include but Not Limited to:

• Read engineering drawings and specifications, understand standard notes, symbols and instructions as related to work.
• Approve finished goods within specifications prior to packaging and shipment to customers.
• Perform normal inspection checks using:
  • Micrometers     
  • Air Columns     
  • Thread Gauges 
  • Surface Contour measurement
  • Contact Gauges
  • CMM    
  • Torque Testers 
  • Pin Indicators
  • Plug Gauges     
  • Dial Indicators  
  • Form Measurement      
  • Vernier Calipers
  • As well as using any other standard inspection equipment.
  • Make acceptance or rejection decisions based on specified tolerances.
• Complete any visual inspections required such as: surface finish, nicks, burrs, stains, radii, reliefs, and broken edges.
• Make acceptance or rejection based on visual findings.
• Move and position parts, containers, gages or any other equipment as required for the performance of inspection or assembly operations.
• Must meet quality and quantity requirements.
• Collect and records a variety of data on variety of company supplied document/forms/computer transactions (job transactions, data sheets, set up sheets, etc) in support of proper record keeping requirements.
• Accurately complete all associated documents and records required in the inspection and assembly procedures.
• Maintain open communication between supervisors and co-workers to pass on significant information to aid in production efforts.
• Assist in the training and development of new employees.
• Match races and load balls, rollers, or other components as needed to obtain a specified diametrical clearance or metal to metal fit.
• Perform etching for proper identification.
• Mark indicated measurements as needed.
• Install seals and shields of required.
• Perform necessary greasing of bearings and bearing assemblies.
• Package the product per SKF and customer specifications.
• Perform continuous improvement (lean) activities as may be assigned or required.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment including identification of unsafe conditions.
• Steel toed shoes and ANSI approved safety glasses with side shields must be worn at all times.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned or required.

Requirements:

• A high school diploma or GED required.
• Prior manufacturing or machine operating experience preferred, but not required.
• Must have acceptable eyesight as defined by customer/Kaydon specifications.
• Must be able to read engineering drawings and specifications, understand standard notes, symbols, and instructions as related to work.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.

What You’ll Love About SKF:
Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health. 

SKF Celebrates Diversity in the Workplace. At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement, and innovation.

Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution:100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.
 

Reports to: Channel Manager
Location: Sumter, SC
Job ID: 19221
 

SKF provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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