Assembler

Fiber Global Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Fiber Global Inc. in Lafayette, IN is seeking an Assembler to support our R&D team by building and testing cabinetry prototypes using Forged Fiber Board (FFB). This role focuses on precise assembly of panels, frames, doors, and hardware while following blueprints and work orders.

The Assembler will perform quality checks, provide feedback on materials and designs, and collaborate with engineers and craftsmen throughout the prototype development process in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Qualifications

• Must have basic understanding of mechanical assembly and fabrication processes.
• Experience with following blueprints and work-orders is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble FFB-based cabinetry components (panels, frames, doors, hardware) with high accuracy.
• Follow detailed assembly instructions, blueprints, and R&D work orders.
• Perform quality checks, measurements, and report material or design feedback.
• Collaborate with engineers and craftsmen during iterative testing and refinement cycles.
• Document assembly processes and results for R&D records and use-case development.
• Maintain a clean, safe workstation following 5S and safety standards.
• Prepare prototypes for internal testing, photography, or customer demonstrations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Hand tools

Power tools

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measurement tools

Job description

1600 Kepner Dr, Lafayette, IN 47905, USA

Fiber Global is a manufacturing and climate technology company focused on advancing building materials. Our mission is to reclaim abundant global waste streams to create sustainable, high-performing building materials. Fiber Global creates products that are both sustainable by design and higher performing than existing products on the market. Please visit www.fiberglobal.com to learn more.

About the Role

The Assembler will support Fiber Global’s R&D team by building and testing cabinetry prototypes using our innovative Forged Fiber Board (FFB). This role is responsible for precise assembly of panels, frames, doors, and hardware while following blueprints, work orders, and detailed instructions. The Assembler will perform quality checks, provide feedback on materials and designs, and collaborate with engineers and craftsmen throughout the prototype development process. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, hands-on assembly experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Requirements

Be part of Fiber Global’s mission to create sustainable, high-performing materials from waste. In our Lafayette R&D facility, the Assembler builds and tests prototype cabinetry components using our breakthrough Forged Fiber Board (FFB). This role focuses on precise assembly for validation and demonstration of FFB’s potential in the cabinetry industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble FFB-based components into functional cabinetry prototypes, including panels, frames, doors, and hardware integration.
• Follow detailed assembly instructions, blueprints, and R&D work orders with high accuracy.
• Perform quality checks, measurements, fit validations, and report material or design feedback.
• Work closely with engineers and craftsmen during iterative testing and refinement cycles.
• Support documentation of assembly processes and results for R&D records and use-case development.
• Maintain a clean, safe workstation adhering to 5S and R&D safety standards.
• Help prepare prototypes for internal testing, photography, or customer demonstrations.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 6-10 years of assembly experience in woodworking, cabinetry, furniture, or manufacturing (strong mechanical aptitude and eagerness to learn FFB will be considered for entry-level).
• Ability to use hand and power tools effectively.
• Basic math/measurement skills and ability to follow precise instructions.
• Team-oriented, detail-focused, and comfortable in a dynamic R&D setting.
• Physical ability to stand for shifts, lift up to 40–50 lbs, and handle precise/repetitive tasks.

Preferred Skills:

• 6-10 year Background in cabinetry or millwork assembly.
• Experience with quality validation or prototyping workflows.
• Enthusiasm for sustainable materials and innovation