Assembler

UFP Industries; Blue Island (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking an Assembly I to fabricate component parts and assemble finished products per customer specifications. The role requires preparing the work area, ensuring correct components, and maintaining safety and quality throughout the process.

Responsibilities include using hand tools, performing inspections, and keeping production records. The position offers an hourly pay range with bonuses dependent on performance and company incentives, along with a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required.
• 6 months of manufacturing/assembly experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up work area and prep for production.
• Assemble parts per instructions and quality standards.
• Operate hand tools to complete assembly tasks.
• Stack and store finished components per procedures; label as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized work area and ensure equipment safety.
• Complete pre-shift startup inspection and report issues.
• Maintain production records and verify material conformance.
• Follow safety and quality procedures and participate in related programs.

Skills

Basic math

Hand tools operation

Quality standards

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Summary

Assembler I is responsible for fabricating component parts or assembling the finished product according to the customer’s specifications. Secures and maintains correct component parts and supplies required for the operation.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Completes work area setup
• Fits parts together in accordance with prescribed instructions and in accordance with quality standards
• Operates hand tools as required to complete the assembly process
• Stacks completed products in accordance with established procedures, and if required, may cover, label, and band components finished product
• Ensures work area is safe, clean and organized, and that equipment is safe to operate
• Completes pre-shift startup equipment inspection checklist and reports any problems or concerns
• Maintains a clean and orderly work environment
• Maintains production records as required
• Checks materials and finished products to ensure they are compliant with standards
• Performs duties consistent with established safety and quality procedures, rules, and standards
• Participates in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required
• No minimum experience is required however, 6 months of manufacturing and assembling experience is preferred
• Working knowledge of basic math preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age

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Hourly Pay Range: starting rate is $16.00 dependent on experience*

*pay range may be adjusted depending on Bonus/Incentive Pay

Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, and trip rate bonuses.

A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.