Production Operator

Overview

Join our team as a key player in assembling, inspecting, and sequencing panoramic sunroof and roof modules for automotive production. This role is based on-site or near the Greer/Greenville plant and operates as a Tier-1 Just-in-Time (JIT) / Just-in-Sequence (JIS) supplier. The work environment is fast-paced and directly tied to the vehicle production schedule.

Responsibilities

• Core Assembly & Mechanical Work
  • Assemble sunroof cassettes, roller blinds/sunshades, drainage channels, mounting brackets, drive cables, and electric drive motors using torque-controlled screwdrivers and pneumatic tools.
  • Apply weatherstripping, specialized seals, and urethane primers or adhesives along glass and frame edges.
  • Clip and secure wiring harnesses and connect sensors/actuators to ensure smooth integration with the vehicle's network.
• Testing, Alignment & Quality Control
  • Conduct cycle and function testing on assembled roofs using automated test fixtures.
  • Verify glass panel alignment and flushness with tight automotive tolerances using feeler gauges, calipers, or optical laser gauges.
  • Inspect for leaks and cosmetic imperfections, ensuring continuous seal placement and panoramic glass quality.
• Sequencing & Material Handling
  • Load finished roof modules into sequence racks or automated delivery carts, matching the broadcast schedule of the assembly line.
  • Manage sub-components, scan barcodes into the production system (MES), and address part defects or non-conformities.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to stand for 8- to 12-hour shifts and perform repetitive lifting of 30–50 lbs with assistance from overhead lifters/manipulators.
• Strict adherence to Standard Process Instructions (SPIs), 5S workplace organization, and zero-defect automotive escalation protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment, particularly in the automotive industry.
• Familiarity with Just-in-Time (JIT) and Just-in-Sequence (JIS) manufacturing processes.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.