Production Technician (Vehicle Assembly) in Bogart, Georgia at Ulm Automotive LLC

Company: Ulm Automotive LLC

Department: Production

Reports to: Production Manager, through the Assistant Production Manager and station leads

Location: Bogart, GA (on-site)

Employment type: Full-time, hourly, non-exempt; paid weekly

Direct reports: None

Position Summary

Production Technicians build the vehicle. Ulm converts incomplete Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis into luxury passenger vehicles, and every interior panel, floor, seat, cabinet, wire, and trim piece is installed by hand at a station on our floor. The Production Technician completes assigned station work to the drawing, to the standard hours, and to a finish quality that belongs in a vehicle at this price point.

This is skilled, hands-on work. We hire for craftsmanship and reliability first and train the product-specific steps. Technicians are placed at Level I, II, or III based on demonstrated skill, with a defined path to lead.

Key Responsibilities

Assembly & Installation

• Complete station work as assigned: sound insulation and thermal barrier, wall and ceiling panels, flooring, cabinetry and fixtures, seating and restraint hardware, headliner and trim, lighting, and accessory installation.
• Route and secure electrical harnesses, terminate connectors, and install 12V components to the drawing and the wiring standard.
• Drill, cut, fit, and fasten to the drawing; measure twice; protect the chassis and installed finishes at every step.
• Torque all structural and safety-critical fasteners to specification and mark them as verified.

Build Quality & Documentation

• Build to the current drawing and BOM revision only; stop and ask the lead if the drawing, the kit, and the vehicle do not agree.
• Inspect your own work before calling it complete; sign the build record and station checklists honestly and on time.
• Tag and report any nonconformity, damaged part, or short-shipped kit the moment you find it rather than working around it.
• Support final inspection findings with prompt, clean rework.

Materials & Tools

• Verify kits against the pick list before starting; return unused parts to point-of-use stock.
• Keep assigned hand and power tools in working order; use calibrated torque tools where the drawing calls for them.
• Help maintain point-of-use stock accuracy and flag shortages before they stop the station.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Follow all shop safety rules, wear required PPE, and keep your station clean and organized to the 5S standard.
• Report injuries, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately.
• Protect vehicles in process: covers, masking, and careful handling of finished surfaces.

Continuous Improvement

• Follow standard work and suggest improvements that cut hours, scrap, or rework; help update the standard when a better method is proven.
• Cross-train on adjacent stations so the line can flex with absences and mix.

Skill Levels

• Technician I - entry level with solid hand skills; completes standard station work under lead direction; learning the product.
• Technician II - fully qualified on two or more stations; works to standard hours without supervision; trains new hires on their station.
• Technician III / Lead - qualified across a value stream; owns first-piece checks and station quality; runs the station when the lead is out; troubleshoots fit and electrical problems.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on assembly, automotive, cabinetry, upholstery, or electrical installation work, or a completed trade program plus 1 year of experience.
• Ability to read and work from drawings, pick lists, and written work instructions.
• Competent with hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments; understands torque and fastener basics.
• Attention to finish quality: no scratches, gaps, or loose trim leave your station.
• Reliable attendance and the ability to work scheduled overtime during production ramps.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, stand for a full shift, and work kneeling, bending, and inside or under a vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in automotive interiors, vehicle upfit, RV, marine, or aircraft interior installation.
• 12V automotive electrical experience: harness routing, crimping, soldering, and reading schematics.
• Woodworking, cabinet installation, or trim carpentry skills.
• ASE certification or an automotive technology certificate.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Physical & Work Environment

Full shift on an active production floor with exposure to noise, machinery, adhesives, and standard plant conditions; PPE is required in designated areas. Frequent lifting, reaching overhead, kneeling, and working in confined vehicle interiors.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly rate by level:

- Technician I: $20 to $23

- Technician II: $24 to $28

- Technician III / Lead: $29 to $34)

• Overtime paid at time and a half over 40 hours in the workweek
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and holidays; on-the-job training and tool and certification support

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ulm Automotive, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.