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Manufacturing Operator - Automation

nVent
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Ohio, Solon
34600 Solon Road (Show on map)
Mar 13, 2026
We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. As an Automation Manufacturing Operator, you are responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining automated machinery and equipment used in the production process. You ensure that systems run efficiently, troubleshoot issues as they arise, perform routine maintenance, and follow safety and quality standards to meet production goals. WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION: Troubleshooting and repairing automated systems in a high volume manufacturing environment.Work with the automation and controls engineers to ensure proper machine functionality. Diagnose and solve root problems to ensure production flow is maintained. Work and resolve quality issues affecting product or manufacturing methods. Responsible for the electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic assembly of complex automation equipment using fabricated and purchased parts as well as bill of material provided by engineering. Documentation of mechanical electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic alterations and additions to equipment at various stages. Work closely with the maintenance group beyond authoring PMI's, to collaboratively equip maintenance with the skills necessary to maintain factory equipment. Demonstrates flexibility by performing rotational assignments as needed. Participates actively as a team member through continuous improvement activities to meet customer needs. Adheres to department 5S standards daily. Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area. Maintains equipment and materials necessary to complete the operation. Meets established safety, quality, performance standards to ensure production schedules are met. Records accurate information on Manufacturing Order and performs transactions necessary to maintain accurate records and inventory balances. Complies with all applicable safety procedures, quality specifications, and 5S Standards. Reports adverse conditions, non-conforming products/procedures, and 5S violations to department leader in accordance to escalation procedure. YOU HAVE: Knowledge of manufacturing processes Experience following work instructions or reading blueprints Experience in assembling mechanical parts into a finished product Proven experience of strong trouble shooting and problem-solving skills Familiarity with Human Machine Interface (HMI), control systems, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), and control components. Prior experience working in a light industrial facility preferred WE HAVE: A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com. Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance Benefits to support the lives of our employees Benefit Overview At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes: Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance. A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match. Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection. At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.