Assembler

Great Dane LLC; Jonesboro (ME); On-site; USD 21,821 - 31,078; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Night shift premium

Medical benefits

Job summary

Great Dane LLC is seeking an Assembler for its plant in Jonesboro, Maine. The Assembler will perform multiple tasks using various pneumatic tools to assemble semi-trailers on a production line. This position involves maintaining safety standards while operating equipment and working with materials such as steel and fiberglass.

Additional qualifications include the ability to accurately read measuring tools and perform physically demanding tasks. A competitive benefits package is offered, including medical insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate pneumatic power tools of all types.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Capability to perform physical tasks as described.

Responsibilities

• Operate various handheld pneumatic tools and other machinery.
• Work with materials like steel, aluminum, and fiberglass.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Skills

Pneumatic power tools

Tape measure reading

Problem resolution

Communication in English

Physical stamina

Job description

Overview

THE PERKS

• Two weeks paid vacation
• +$1/hour night shift premium
• Wages starting from $19.20/hour

THE DETAILS

• Monday-Thursday
• 1st shift is 6:00AM-4:30PM & 2nd shift is 5:00PM-3:30AM
• Available overtime

THE ROLE

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team. The time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.

The Position: An Assembler performs multiple tasks using a variety of hand-held pneumatic tools and manufacturing equipment. Also, Assemblers build component assemblies, as well as install and assemble semi-trailers on a production line. Specific duties may vary from department to department. Functions also vary within the department based on the specific tasks and types of materials to be assembled as directed by the team leader or supervisor.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Operates various handheld pneumatic and electric power tools and other machinery including drills, drivers (screws and other fasteners), riveters (pistol grip, pop riveters, mashers, and squeezers), impact wrenches, nut-runners, saws, and grinders.
• Works with various building materials including steel, aluminum, wood, fiberglass, composites, small fasteners and fittings, adhesives, and oil-based products.
• Supplies area with these materials using an overhead crane, forklift, hand / powered carts or carrying materials by hand.
• Keeps equipment and work area clean and orderly.
• Observes all safety and security procedures.
• Performs other routine duties as necessary.

Qualifications

YOUR SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS)

• Employee must be able to use pneumatic power tools and equipment of all types.
• Employee must be able to accurately read a tape measure.
• Employee must be able to perform and remember how to perform multiple tasks from day to day.
• Employee must be able to perform the physical requirements listed in that section of this job description.
• Employee must look for potential cost savings in the work process, help keep scrap and waste to a minimum and be efficient in use of all supplies.
• The employee must perform the assigned tasks in a way they meet or exceed the required production level.
• The quantity of units, parts, assemblies and/ or installations that is expected will vary with the process being performed, customer specification, volume, and location.
• Trailer Builder must inspect his/her product as instructed by standard operating procedures.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure and other measuring tools.
• Ability to work with hands and to work in mechanically oriented situations following supervisor’s instruction.
• Aptitude to learn and retain new information.
• Ability to follow instructions, given either verbally or in writing.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office and plant environment.
• Keyboarding, lifting, standing, bending, walking.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to stand and move about on concrete for 8-12 hours a day. Ability to see, walk, bend, reach, grasp, stoop, kneel, twist, crawl, carry, climb (including ladders), work overhead, push, and pull.
• Ability to do heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds) multiple times daily in an 8–12-hour shift.
• Ability to maneuver large parts and assemblies (up to 180 pounds) by pushing, pulling, and flipping them into place.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness.
• The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions.
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation
• And more!

Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer