Job Title: S4000 Assembler
Job Category: Global Grade USA 60
Working Pattern: Full-Time
Working Location: Aiken SC
Why join Rolls-Royce?
Rolls-Royce has been recognized as the top employer in the Engineering & Manufacturing category on the prestigious Forbes Top Employers for Engineers list for 2025. This ranking highlights our commitment to innovation, employee development, and fostering a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive.
Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.
What you will be doing:
Position and align components for assembly, manually or using hoists, and verify parts clearances
Fasten and install piping, fixtures, or wiring and electrical components to form assemblies or subassemblies
Rework, repair, and replace damaged parts or assemblies
Read and interpret assembly blueprints and specifications manuals, and plan assembly or building operations
Verify conformance of parts to stock lists and blueprints, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauges, and micrometers
Maintain and lubricate parts and components
Assemble systems of gears by aligning and meshing gears in gearboxes
Inspect, operate, and test completed products to verify functioning, machine capabilities, and conformance to customer specifications
Keep Team Leader abreast of progress, developments and pending problems
Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
Identify and reduce non-value-added work
Perform special projects as may be required and maintain on the job flexibility by providing support in assembly and other production related areas
Who we're looking for:
At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviors that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.
Position Requirements:
High School Diploma/GED and 2 years in a mechanical, engine or automotive trade school or equivalent Associates Degree; or 3 years of experience in a durable goods assembly or manufacturing environment.
“Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.”
Preferred Requirements:
Basic knowledge of manufacturing and production processes, raw materials, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing of goods
Basic knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Basic knowledge of engine control systems, design, assembly and function
Basic knowledge of OSHA safety requirements and the ability to use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations or standards
Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Basic interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with other employees in a team atmosphere
Ability to interpret Statistical Process Control (SPC) and operate scanning devices for system communications
Knowledge of MTU products, policies and procedures
Experience in engine control systems, design, function and assembly, including marine applications
Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation program aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.
Rolls-Royce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.
At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.
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Benefits
Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, and employment type.
The Business Unit Power Systems of Rolls-Royce provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.
We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These clean and technologically-advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.