Assembler

Vermeer Corporation; Okahumpka (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermeer Corporation in Florida (Okahumpka) is seeking an assembler who follows digital instructions to build high‑quality equipment with a team to meet customer needs and support Vermeer’s global manufacturing goals.

You will align components, fasten parts to torque specifications, inspect painted parts, apply decals and logos, and support 5S/workplace organization while collaborating across departments to ensure timely, accurate assembly during the 1st shift.

Qualifications

• Ability to complete Vermeer Assembly Training.
• Ability to complete a specified number of tasks in a certain amount of time repeatedly.
• Ability to consistently meet quality expectations.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with individuals throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Follow provided job instructions to assemble equipment and subassemblies per Vermeer’s quality standards.
• Align components and bolts, then fasten them according to torque specifications; install moving parts and test functionality.
• Inspect painted parts to ensure quality.
• Apply decals, company logos, safety notices and other items to the finished product; may attach doors, panels and guarding.
• Calculate figures and apply basic mathematical functions including fractions and decimals.
• Support 5S/workplace organization goals and suggest improvements to aid performance metrics.

Skills

Vermeer Assembly Training

Task repetition

Quality awareness

Communication & collaboration

Job description

Who We Are

Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and feeds and fuels communities. We live out a caring culture, we demonstrate agility, we keep a focus on customers and are stewards of our resources. These beliefs drive our culture, determine how we treat others and steer our business.

Work Shift

1 - First Shift

Hourly Wage Range

$20.62 - $22.55

Job Summary

Are you the type of person who is driven to make a real impact by following established processes for assembly of high-quality Vermeer equipment? In this role you will follow digital instructions to perform a variety of skills and tasks as you work with a team to ensure high quality work that meets our customers’ needs. We’re looking for a dedicated team player to build machines for customers across the globe.

What You’ll Do

1. Follow provided job instructions to assemble equipment and subassemblies for attachment to equipment per Vermeer’s quality standards.
2. Align components and bolts then fasten them according to torque specifications, install moving parts and test to ensure parts move as intended.
3. Inspect painted parts to ensure quality.
4. Apply decals, company logos, safety warning notices and other items to the finished product. May also attach doors, panels and other machine guarding.
5. Calculate figures and apply basic mathematical functions including fractions and decimals.
6. Support 5S/workplace organization goals of the department and offers suggestions and makes improvements that assist in achieving the department’s performance board metrics.

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to complete Vermeer Assembly Training.
• Ability to complete a specified number of tasks in a certain amount of time repeatedly.
• Ability to consistently meet quality expectations.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with individuals throughout the organization.

Travel

- No travel is expected of this position.

Essential Functions

Standing: Continuously

Sitting: Occasionally

Walking: Frequently

Hand Coordination: At least average/bilateral

Twisting: Occasionally (up to 2 minutes in position)

Bending - Trunk: Occasionally (up to 2 minutes in position)

Bending - Neck : Occasionally (up to 15 degree flex for up to 2 minutes)

Elevated Work/Reach: Occasionally (up to 2 minutes in position)

Squatting/Kneeling: Occasionally (up to 2 minutes in position)

Climbing: Occasionally

Pulling: Rarely (up to 70 lbs) Occasionally (up to 50 lbs) Frequently (up to 20 lbs) Continuously (up to 10 lbs)

Pushing: Rarely (up to 70 lbs) Occasionally (up to 50 lbs) Frequently (up to 20 lbs) Continuously (up to 10 lbs)

RH Grip: Rarely (up to 70 lbs) Occasionally (up to 50 lbs) Frequently (up to 20 lbs) Continuously (up to 10 lbs)

LH Grip: Rarely (up to 70 lbs) Occasionally (up to 50 lbs) Frequently (up to 20 lbs) Continuously (up to 10 lbs)

RH Pinch: Rarely (up to 15 lbs) Occasionally (up to 10 lbs) Frequently (up to 5 lbs) Continuously (up to 2 lbs)

LH Pinch: Rarely (up to 15 lbs) Occasionally (up to 10 lbs) Frequently (up to 5 lbs) Continuously (up to 2 lbs)

Floor to Waist Lift: Rarely (up to 50 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs)

Horizontal Lift: (up to 50 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs) Frequently (up to 10 lbs) Continuously (up to 5 lbs)

Waist to Crown Lift: Rarely (up to 40 lbs) Occasionally (up to 10 lbs)

Work Location

ONSITE: A team member’s day-to-day work is best done on a Vermeer campus. If work content can be occasionally completed at an offsite location, discuss potential arrangements with your manager.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Vermeer Corporation, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other status protected by the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact Team Member Solutions at [phone] or at [e-mail].