Assembler

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. in Blue Island, IL is seeking an Assembler I to fabricate component parts and assemble finished products per customer specs. You will set up work areas, use hand tools, and stack finished items following safety and quality standards.

No prior experience is required, though 6 months in manufacturing and basic math are a plus. The role offers starting pay around $16.00 per hour, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Fabricates component parts or assembles finished products per customer specifications.
• Sets up work area and uses hand tools to complete assembly.
• Stacks products, labels and bands components as required, and ensures safety and quality standards.
• Maintains a clean, organized work area and reports any equipment issues.
• Keeps production records and participates in safety and other programs.

Skills

Basic math

Safety procedures

Quality standards

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job SummaryAssembler 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 ResponsibilitiesCompletes work area setupFits parts together in accordance with prescribed instructions and in accordance with quality standardsOperates hand tools as required to complete the assembly processStacks completed products in accordance with established procedures, and if required, may cover, label, and band components finished productEnsures work area is safe, clean and organized, and that equipment is safe to operateCompletes pre-shift startup equipment inspection checklist and reports any problems or concernsMaintains a clean and orderly work environmentMaintains production records as requiredChecks materials and finished products to ensure they are compliant with standardsPerforms duties consistent with established safety and quality procedures, rules, and standardsParticipates in safety, CI, and other programs and meetingsPerforms other duties as assignedQualificationsHigh school diploma/GED preferred but not requiredNo minimum experience is required however, 6 months of manufacturing and assembling experience is preferredWorking knowledge of basic math preferredMust be at least 18 years of ageClick here to watch what a day in the life of an Assembler looks like.Hourly Pay Range: starting rate is $16.00 dependent on experience**pay range may be adjusted depending on Bonus/Incentive PayIncentive 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 benefitsThe Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.