Assembler - 2nd shift

The Malco Group; Annandale (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401k matching

Job summary

The Malco Group is seeking an Assembly/Packaging Associate in Minnesota to efficiently assemble and package products, ensure quality, and maintain accurate inventory through our manufacturing software. The role supports continuous improvement with minimal supervision and cross‑training opportunities.

You will inspect outputs against specs, train teammates, and perform standard maintenance while following safety and process guidelines. Benefits include medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic reading and math skills; able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic knowledge of reading assembly drawings.
• Intermediate knowledge of manufacturing software screens and transactions.
• Ability to work in a team and rotate tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift material and operate printers.

Responsibilities

• Assemble tools following procedures and drawings; meet quality standards.
• Package finished items per customer specifications; initiate quality reviews for nonconforming parts.
• Train others on assembly, department, and company procedures.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot equipment; maintain clean work area.
• Suggest process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Execute inventory cycle counts and handle MRO transactions in the system.

Skills

Teamwork

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Communication

Basic computer skills

Ability to lift

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Manufacturing software

Job description

Brief Description

In a team environment, efficiently assemble and package product while consistently delivering finished goods that meet all quality standards. Maintain accurate inventory records through computer transactions. With minimal supervision, analyze processes to make continuous improvements.

Requirements

Duties:

• Assemble tools following respective procedures and engineering drawings. Ensure highest quality standards by inspecting items produced against quality customer and company specifications. Package according to standard or specific customer requirements. Initiate quality review process on nonconforming components.
• Train others according to assembly, department, and company procedures
• Conduct preventative maintenance, troubleshooting of machine and equipment, general housekeeping
• Initiate process improvements suggestions
• Inventory cycle counts
• Complete computer transactions in the manufacturing software. Transactions include MRO item moves to initiate repurchasing of shop supplies, transaction history to ensure quality standards are met, job completions, cycle counts, inventory moves. Occasionally create and print Word documents for identifying components.

Level Of Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Basic knowledge of department/company policies and procedures including filling out forms.
• Intermediate problem solving skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Basic computer skills
• Basic knowledge of reading assembly drawings
• Intermediate knowledge of department manufacturing software screens and transactions
• Intermediate knowledge of general work practices and all tools/equipment in the area. Intermediate knowledge of assembly and packaging processes
• Basic reading and math skills
• Ability to read and understand work order information
• Ability to lift material
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully
• Ability to work in a team environment, rotating work tasks without direct supervision
• Ability to make decisions and be accountable for those decisions
• Ability to operate all printers
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Education And Experience Required

• High school diploma/GED

Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting of 25-50 pounds/frequent lifting of 10-24 pounds
• Occasional carrying of 25-50 pounds/Frequently carry 10-24 pounds
• Medium to high level of focus and concentration. Noise levels in some areas will recommend hearing protection
• Must be able to stand/walk frequently on hard surface

Summary

We offer benefits of medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, as well as other voluntary insurance options.

EOE