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G&W Electric Co.

Assembler I (6:00pm to 6:00am) C Shift

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G&W Electric Co.

Designs and manufactures innovative power grid solutions including switchgear, reclosers, sensors and automation.

Night-shift assembler building and inspecting components per instructions.
8 days ago ago
$20 - $24
Entry-level, Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Bolingbrook, IL
Onsite
Company Size
1,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
Consulting
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Commercial
Higher Education
Military
Government
Power Grid Automation
Critical Power
DERs (Distributed Energy Resources)
Role

Description

assembly
blueprint reading
prototype build
inspection
documentation
training
  • Contribute to team effort by training others in performance of basic assembly tasks as needed
  • Two-person tasks using assistive devices for lifting, pulling and pushing including engine stands hand trucks, pallet jacks, and hoists
  • Prepare work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists; gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials
  • Assist in the building of prototypes and/or other basic assembly projects outside of normal production as needed
  • Position parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements
  • Assemble components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies
  • Inspect all work and ensure it meets requirements prior to passing it on to the next operation
  • Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
  • Document actions by completing production and quality forms
  • Push/Pull more than 40 pounds on an occasional basis with assistance
  • Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results

Requirements

drawings
manufacturing exp
hand tools
high school
computer skills
heavy lifting
  • Is able to read and interpret Drawings and Bills of Material
  • Ideally has 0-1 year experience working in a manufacturing environment
  • Bending/stooping – frequent
  • Work is classified as Medium - Heavy Physical Demand Level (PDL) by the US Dept of Labor's Dictionary of Occupational Titles
  • Is able to safely use small hand and power tools
  • Walking – continuous
  • Squatting/kneeling – frequent
  • Griping, manipulation, fingering –continuous
  • Is able to read instructions and understand verbal instructions in English
  • Carry up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis up to 25 feet
  • Has a High School diploma, GED or combination of work experience and skill development
  • Lift up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis floor to waist
  • Push/Pull up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis
  • Has basic computer skills
  • Variable hand/power tool use – frequent
  • Lift up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis floor to waist with assistance
  • Standing – continuous
  • Lifting – frequent
  • Frequencies - Occasional (1-33%); Frequent (34-66%); Continuous (67-100%)

Benefits

  • Annual Profit Sharing
  • Health club membership program and reimbursement
  • Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Life Insurance
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • 401 (k)
  • Employee Assistance Program

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

1905 Founded
Company Origin
The company was established in a small Chicago machine shop, marking the beginning of its innovative journey.
1920s Innovation
Manual Oil Switches
The company pioneered manual oil switches during the 1920s, a significant advancement in electrical equipment.
371,000 Sq Ft
Manufacturing Facility
The company operates a large, state-of-the-art facility dedicated to R&D and manufacturing.
  • Two engineers invented the detachable porcelain pothead, establishing a foundation of innovation.
  • The company pioneered SF₆-insulated and solid-dielectric switchgear in the 1960s–1970s, and visible-break automation in the 2000s.
  • Headquartered in Bolingbrook, IL, the company operates in over 100 countries, serving investor-owned utilities, co-ops, and commercial/industrial markets.
  • Typical projects include grid modernization, underground and overhead distribution, fault-limiting systems, microgrids, and infrastructure for critical sites like the Panama Canal and NASA.
  • The company expanded its global reach and product portfolio through strategic acquisitions, including Italian sensor and switchgear firms between 2019–2022.
  • Products operate in extreme environments—overhead, underground, underwater, and on all seven continents, from Brazil to Antarctica.

Culture + Values

  • Together, we win by creating incredible products and solutions globally.
  • We accomplish anything by focusing on creating, listening, and growing side by side.
  • We emphasize transparency with an open-door communication policy.
  • We offer comprehensive benefits through our Total Rewards Program for health, well-being, and success.
  • We participate in philanthropic causes, including Habit for Humanity, Junior Achievement, and United Way.
  • We provide formal training, apprenticeships, and certification programs for professional growth.

Environment + Sustainability

~6,000 solar panels
Rooftop Solar Installation
Installed on the Bolingbrook headquarters rooftop, covering an area equivalent to 7.7 football fields.
1,500+ tons CO₂
Emission Reduction
Reduction in carbon dioxide emissions achieved through the solar installation.
$1.8 M saved
Production Cost Avoidance
Microgrid maintained power through 13 outages since activation in 2023, preventing significant production losses.
$2.6 M received
Energy Rebates
Total rebate from ComEd, including $600k for solar and $2.0 M for battery storage.
  • Microgrid includes 2 MW rooftop solar, 2 MW/4 h flow battery energy storage, 1.3 MVA flywheel, and 2 MW diesel generation.
  • Since activation in 2023, the microgrid has maintained power through 13 outages.
  • Solar installation generated > 3.6 GWh of energy.
  • Battery system earned > $100,000 in grid payments in the first 6 months.
  • Bolingbrook facility is ISO 14001 certified (since 2002) and LEED Gold certified, operating landfill-free.
  • Supports ComEd’s DERMS and participates in PJM frequency regulation and ComEd peak load reduction programs.

Inclusion & Diversity

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