Assembler

The Brewer Company; Waukesha (WI); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity Foam is seeking a reliable assembler to produce hand-cut and assembled parts on the manufacturing floor in Wisconsin. You will setup and operate equipment performing gluing, fusing, sawing, and assembly in support of Acuity Foam Fabrication quality policies.

The role requires 3–6 months assembler experience and the ability to read work orders and blueprints, understand material IDs, and maintain accurate records. Expect a safe, collaborative environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3-6 months assembler or related experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent desired.
• Ability to understand/communicate basic English desired.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Consistent and timely attendance required.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders and blueprints to determine process to be used.
• Select and properly handle materials and inspect parts against tolerances.
• Operate equipment for gluing, fusing, sawing and assembly as directed.
• Maintain production records and ensure a clean, safe work area.
• Stack, mark, pack and transport finished work pieces as needed.

Skills

Commitment/Dependability

Integrity

Attention to Detail/Quality of Work

Teamwork/Team Player

Responsibility

Communication

Results Orientation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

We are Acuity Foam and we protect people, places and things. When you join our team, you’ll be working with products that can be found in a variety of places, like seating, mattress toppers, exam tables, packaging, gymnasium mats and more.

We offer a competitive pay, a comprehensive health benefits package, an amazing culture, and more.

Core Values

At Acuity, we believe in:

• Learn – We continuously seek knowledge to drive innovation and improvement.
• Innovate – We develop creative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our industry.
• Integrity – We operate with honesty and transparency in all our endeavors.
• Collaborate – We work together, valuing diverse perspectives to achieve common goals.

Position Summary:

Produce a variety of hand-cut and assembled parts. Setup and operate of a variety of equipment which perform a wide range of operations such as gluing, fusing, sawing, and assembly by performing the following duties in in support of Acuity Foam Fabrication quality policies.

Essential Responsibilities: (other duties as assigned)

• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in such a manner that you get along with customers, suppliers, coworkers, and management.
• Read work orders and blueprints to determine process to be used.
• Become familiar with a variety of materials and recognize them by the Material ID
• Select and properly handle materials.
• Observe equipment operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction.
• Verify that part match blueprint, work order and Acuity Foam Fabrication tolerance requirements.
• Accurately complete all required production records
• Perform general cleaning maintenance and maintains a safe, clean work area.
• May be required to stack, mark, pack and transport finished work pieces.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Commitment/Dependability
• Commitment/Dependability
• Integrity
• Attention to Detail/Quality of Work
• Teamwork/Team Player
• Responsibility
• Communication
• Results Orientation

Qualifications:

• 3-6 months assembler or related experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent desired
• Ability to understand/communicate basic English desired
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to convert fractions and decimals, read a ruler in increments of 1/16” and .06”.
• Consistent and timely attendance required
• Ability to follow directions

Physical / Mental Demands:

• Ability to lift, bend, walk, and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally (Generally weight for lifting, pulling, and pushing is less than 50 pounds).
• Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, quality, and thoroughness of the work

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment:
Manufacturing Floor (regular exposure to moving, mechanical parts and machines – moderate noise level)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Brewer Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.