Assembler IV

Description
Power Your Career with Purpose at ESL Power Systems
At ESL Power Systems, we’re more than a workplace — we’re an employee-owned community committed to building high-quality electrical solutions and strong careers. When you join ESL, you don’t just take a job — you become an owner, sharing in the success you help create.
Our Values Drive Everything We Do
Our culture is grounded in five core values that guide how we work, collaborate, and grow:
• Ownership – We think long-term and take pride in our work.
• Adaptability – We embrace change and solve problems together.
• Teamwork – We win as one team across departments.
• Continuous Improvement – We’re always learning and getting better.
• Excellence in Customer Experience– Quality and accountability matter.
These values aren’t just words — they show up in our daily decisions, our teamwork on the floor, and how we support one another.
Why ESL?
• Employee Ownership (ESOP): As an employee-owned company since 2019, ESL contributes annually to your ESOP account at no cost to you — allowing you to build long-term wealth alongside company growth.
• Meaningful Work: Your contributions directly support critical electrical infrastructure projects that power communities and industries.
• Career Growth and Stability: We’re a growing company with strong leadership, long-term vision, and meaningful projects. From training to internal growth opportunities, we invest in building careers, not just filling roles.
What We Offer
We support our employee-owners with a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Bonus potential tied to company performance
• Paid Time Off, holidays, and work-life balance
• Training, development, and recognition programs
• Year-around employee engagement events
Join a Company Where People Come First
At ESL, we believe work should be challenging, rewarding, and human. We celebrate wins, support growth, and foster a workplace where people feel valued and connected.
Join ESL Power Systems — where your work has impact, your voice matters, and your career grows with ownership.
Requirements
SUMMARY
The Assembler IV is responsible for assembling complex electrical enclosures and custom assemblies while serving as a technical lead within the department. This role requires advanced knowledge of electrical schematics, wiring practices, and component installation techniques.
Assembler IV employees support troubleshooting efforts, help identify design or assembly issues, and assist with training and mentoring other assemblers. They collaborate closely with Production Supervisors, Engineering, and Quality Control to ensure all builds meet company and customer specifications.
This position may also require local or out-of-state travel to customer sites to troubleshoot equipment, support installations, or perform field service activities as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assembling electrical enclosures, control panels, and related assemblies across a range of configurations and sub-assemblies.
• Interpret electrical schematics, layout drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and engineering notes.
• Install and wire electrical components including breakers, relays, contactors, PLC components, and power distribution blocks.
• Perform advanced wiring and routing inside enclosures.
• Troubleshoot wiring, electrical, or mechanical issues during assembly.
• Identify design or drawing issues before or during assembly.
• Lead complex builds and support production on difficult jobs.
• Travel locally or out of state when needed to troubleshoot equipment, complete field work, or support installation and repair of ESL products.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Support training and mentorship of Assembler II and Assembler III employees.
• Work with Engineering, QC, and Production leadership to resolve technical issues.
• Support root cause investigations and process improvements.
• Perform detailed inspections to support first pass quality.
• Represent ESL professionally when performing field work or customer support at job sites.
• Maintain 5S standards and a safe work environment.
• Follow all company policies and safety procedures.
• Communicate clearly with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
• Demonstrate ESL core values in daily work and teamwork.
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical assembly or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, layouts, and electrical systems.
• Experience building complex electrical assemblies or custom panels.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead complex builds.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Minimum 24 months as an Assembler III
• Must pass Assembler III exam
• Proven track record of high quality and low rework
• Demonstrates leadership and ownership consistently
• Maintain a minimum performance of 85%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will:

Standing 33%, sitting 13%, walking 18%, computer use 4%, bending 16%, stooping 16%, lifting up to 50%.

• Work with ladders up to 12 feet
• Wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes and safety glasses


WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to normal operating working conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with illnesses or disabilities to perform the essential functions.