Assembler

ROYAL APPLIANCE MFG CO; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking an Assembler I to perform light assembly and packaging, following work orders and quality standards in a fast-paced production setting in the Milwaukee area. This role reports to the Production Supervisor and supports rotating shifts and ongoing safety practices.

You will participate in rotating shifts (1st, 2nd, weekend) and contribute to efficient production while learning new tasks and maintaining a clean workspace. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic English reading/writing skills.
• Prior production/assembly experience preferred.
• Team-oriented with ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Light assembly and packaging of product.
• General warehouse duties: stacking, moving, organizing product.
• Maintains expected productivity output and completes assignments as scheduled.
• Builds assemblies to quality standards and work order specifications.
• Follows procedures including when modified by a Lead or Supervisor.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment and rotates tasks.
• Possibly operating minor machinery or equipment to aid production.
• Adheres to safety standards and PPE usage.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Basic math and reading

Ability to follow instructions

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Assembler I Job Description: PRODUCTION ASSEMBLER I

Purpose of the Position

The Assembler I is responsible for maintaining accuracy, quality, and efficiency while performing light assembly duties and production tasks. The position reports to the Production Supervisor at Milwaukee Tool.

Work Schedule

• 1st Shift: Monday-Thursday 5:00am-3:00pm
• 2nd Shift: Monday-Thursday 3:00pm-1:00am
• Weekend Shift: Friday-Sunday 7:00am-7:00pm

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Light assembly and packaging of product
• General warehouse duties: stacking, moving, arranging product
• Maintains expected productivity output levels and completes assignments as scheduled
• Builds assemblies to quality standards and print or work order specifications
• Follows verbal and written procedures including when modified by a Lead or Supervisor
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment including after task clean up, returning tools to designated locations and swept floor
• Flexibility in daily tasks including rotating positions and changing work stations
• Possibly operating minor machinery or equipment to aid in production processes
• Adheres to IB implemented safety standards including (PPE), work practice controls, and OSHA guidelines
• Is willing to learn new tasks, procedures and assemblies as needed
• Listens, understands and follows instructions while learning new assignments
• Recognizes unusual circumstances and asks questions to Team Leads when necessary
• Requests are completed with a good attitude and by needed deadlines
• May be assigned special projects and other duties

Skills & Qualifications

• Possess manual dexterity and good coordination
• Must have good oral and written communication skills
• Possess basic reading, writing, and math skills (including adding, subtracting, calculating percentages, converting minutes to hours, and performing basic Algebra)
• Possess necessary basic computer skills for accessing and printing documents/labels
• Possess ability to resolve minor problems, recognize normal and unusual situations
• Ability to work with manual and/or power equipment and tools
• Possess proven mechanical ability or aptitude
• Is able to follow assembly simple production diagrams
• Demonstrates strong multitasking skills in a fast paced environment
• Accuracy and attention to detail required
• Coachable and applies instruction immediately
• Maintains a positive attitude and remains flexible to changing work environment

Education and/or Experience

• HS diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• Previous production, assembly or packaging related experience preferred
• Has worked independently and as part of a team
• Basic English skills to understand quality, safety, work instructions, personnel information, etc.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• The employee may be required to frequently lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Prolonged standing of eight or more hours a day
• Frequent walking
• Occasional bending, crouching, twisting, reaching
• Employees may be required to wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in certain work cells

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.

Milwaukee Tool, founded in 1924, is a global leader in delivering innovative solutions to the professional construction trades that increase productivity and safety.

Milwaukee® is known for their world-leading M12™, M18™, and MX FUEL™ cordless systems, the ground-breaking performance of their cordless innovations, safety solutions, battery-powered outdoor power equipment, jobsite lighting and clean-up, time-saving accessories, and innovative hand tool and PACKOUT™ Modular Storage Products.

The company is dedicated to delivering a steady stream of advanced, trade-specific solutions.

Milwaukee Tool is a Brookfield, Wisconsin-based subsidiary of Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd. (TTI) (HKEx stock code: 669, ADR symbol: TTNDY).