Associate Team Member 1st Shift

As International Motors continues to grow in San Antonio we are preparing to expand our production operations with the introduction of a second production shift. The shift is expected to operate Monday through Thursday from 5:30 AM to 4:00 PM with production planned to begin in first quarter 2027.

Join a transformational growth initiative and play a key role in launching and scaling night shift operations at our San Antonio manufacturing facility.

The Associate Team Member is responsible for supporting a safe organized and continuously improving work environment through compliance with EHS requirements participation in 5S activities problem-solving workplace housekeeping and other duties as assigned.

This role will support the successful launch stabilization and ongoing operation of night shift by partnering across functions maintaining safe and effective operations and delivering results aligned with business needs.

Work Schedule and Shift Transition

Anticipated 1st-shift schedule: Monday through Thursday 5:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

This position supports a manufacturing environment and requires flexibility to meet operational needs including production recovery days overtime and occasional Friday or weekend coverage as needed. Schedules start times and transition timing may vary based on business needs.

Core Manufacturing Responsibilities

• Work within the Production & Logistics Way and follow verbal instructions standard written work instructions position standards and standard operating procedures.
• Demonstrate Production & Logistics Way attitudes and behaviors company core values a positive team mindset and excellent attendance.
• Practice safe work behaviors use required personal protective equipment follow safety guidelines and identify correct or escalate potentially unsafe conditions.
• Comply with all Environmental Health and Safety requirements; report hazards environmental risks and incidents; operate equipment safely; and help maintain a safe and environmentally responsible workplace.
• Take ownership of the assigned position or station and demonstrate a 100% quality mindset.
• Learn and execute the departments core processes and assigned tasks using established procedures and documentation.
• Meet required competency or certification standards for assigned workstations areas and processes according to the department skills matrix.
• Execute standard work within takt time use Andon appropriately speak up about deviations initiate communication without hesitation and demonstrate Right from me behavior.
• Participate in continuous improvement basic problem solving 5S workspace organization housekeeping safety methods and Normal Situation practices.
• Perform routine inspections of products processes and materials to ensure work output meets product specifications.
• Keep the Team Lead and Supervisor informed of issues or challenges.

General Assembly and Body Assignments

• Assemble and install commercial truck parts and components using hand air or power tools according to standard work instructions.
• Fit bolt route clip and connect components or equipment according to product specifications.
• Use cranes hoists and other safety-sensitive equipment to load fixtures install components or move equipment.

Supply Chain and Logistics Assignments

• Operate mobile equipment including forklifts tuggers and cherry pickers.
• Handle materials including loading and unloading trailers.
• Process material paperwork or system entries and conduct inventory counts.
• Receive store retrieve and deliver parts to the point of assembly on time.
• Perform subassembly and kitting for production.

Quality Assignments

• Perform in-process validation inspections throughout the production line and pre-delivery inspections after final assembly.
• Escalate deviations and document records in the Manufacturing Execution System.
• Track deviations and completed actions and validate readiness for customer delivery.

Support production recovery days and additional coverage as needed. Perform other duties as assigned.

No minimum requirements

• Qualified candidates excluding current employees must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen Legal Permanent Resident Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g. H-1B status)
• Physical Requirements (Ability to do the following up to 10 hours per shift):
  • Walk stand sit bend twist/turn kneel squat crawl
  • Climb using both legs and arms
  • Head/neck movement
  • Reach outward or above the shoulder
  • Lift carry push or pull 15-45 pounds
  • Repetitive use of hands and fingers
  • Use of vibrating tools
  • Depth perception required
  • Ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of color
  • Exposure to constant and intermittent noise fumes smoke and gases solvents paint grease and oils radiant energy and slippery surfaces
• Drive or operate equipment such as lifts and/or motor vehicles
• May be required to work on units outdoors
• Ability to work different shifts and overtime as needed

• Demonstrates a consistent team mind set and positive attitude
• Executes initiative and effective problem solving
• Communicates clearly to ensure expected results
• Customer focused and drive for results
• Basic computer skills

This position offers competitive hourly pay along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. Benefits include medical dental vision prescription and hearing coverage; paid time off (vacation) and holidays; a 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; and tuition assistance. Employees also have access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides confidential support when needed.

About TRATON
With its brands Scania MAN International and Volkswagen Truck & BusTRATONSE is the parent and holding company of theTRATONGROUP and one of the worlds leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Groups product portfolio comprises trucks buses and light-duty commercial vehicles. Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.: this intention underlines the Companys ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Groups commercial growth.

About International
From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831 to the 15000-person-strong company we are todayfew companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle Illinois International Motors LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International trucks and engines and IC Bus school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite aftermarket everything we do our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner safer world we all deserve. As of 2021 we joined Scania MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more visit.

*International Motors LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois Missouri New Jersey Ohio Texas and Utah.

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