Assembler I

Cambro Manufacturing Company; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambro Manufacturing Company in Mebane, NC is seeking a team‑oriented assembler to support first shift. You will assemble materials and products manually, operate auxiliary equipment, and perform quality checks to ensure standards are met while following safety guidelines and the employee handbook.

You will read assembly schedules, label products, maintain clean workstations, wear PPE, and work with others to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or up to six months related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Must be a good team player, self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work any shift as needed.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Assembles materials and products manually and performs quality checks to ensure standards are met.
• Read and follow assembly schedule, write tickets and make labels, verify UPC labels on packaged product.
• Inspects the product at each step of the packaging process for quality defects and performs rework as needed.
• Maintains a clean and organized workstation and follows safety PPE requirements.
• Takes ownership of work, communicates status, and works effectively as part of a team.

Skills

Team player

Safety awareness

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

WORK SHIFT: First Shift (United States of America). Our NC facility is temperature-controlled by HVAC.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Assembles materials and products manually, operates auxiliary equipment and performs quality functions to ensure product meets quality criteria. Follow all work processes implemented in the department, all safety and company guidelines as outlined in Cambro employee handbook.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ensures quality standards are maintained in handling, packaging and finishing of all products assembled/packaged.
• Comply with safety, operating policies, procedures regarding equipment, materials, and finished goods.
• Performs sanding, polishing, cleaning, assembly and packing job tasks as assigned.
• Ensures correct quantity of product per carton and proper assembly/packaging requirements are followed.
• Read and follow assembly schedule, write tickets and make labels, W.I.P., or products accurately. Verifies box and UPC label accuracy with packaged product. Fills out and maintains required data on production-related forms.
• Inspects the product at each step of the secondary and/or packaging process for quality defects. Performs necessary post-molding operations and rework as required to adhere to quality standards.
• Flexible to work on all packing/assembly operations
• Maintains a clean and organized workstation. Maintains strict housekeeping guidelines and safety practices at all times.
• Recognize and report any problems, issues, discrepancies, or questions to Process Technician and/or Supervisor in a timely fashion.
• Must be able to read and understand instructions for assembly, packaging and operating secondary machinery.
• Maintain reliable and consistent attendance, including being punctual, and dependable in order to meet the needs of the department and the organization.
• Execute each essential duty satisfactorily in order to perform job successfully.
• Follows all safety procedures required in work area, wears PPE as needed, attends all safety meetings, and reports safety issues regarding equipment or unsafe/hazardous conditions.
• Performs effectively as a team member, able to work well with others, open to receive and give feedback, and treats everyone with respect.
• Takes ownership of own work and behavior, accepts accountability for own actions, encourages solutions, and communicates status of work/projects.
• Follow all department quality standards/criteria. Raise concerns and issues to immediate manager.
• Able to understand and demonstrate Cambro company culture, display company core values (Safety, Quality, Respect, and Service).
• Understands department's key performance indicators and contributes to achieve these goals both individually and as a team.
• Other duties as needed or required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be able to work overtime as needed, remain flexible and open to possible schedule changes in order to meet business needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or up to six months related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively with employees of organization.
• Must be a good team player, self-motivated and open-minded. Must be able to work with minimal supervision, meet and maintain high quality work standards, and adapt quickly to new projects/assignments. Must be able to work any shift as needed.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• English preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sitting, walking, standing, bending at the neck, bending at the waist, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, twisting at the neck and waist, repetitive use of hands, simple grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, reaching above and below the shoulder, carrying/lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Working around equipment and machinery
• Exposure to excessive noise
• Walking on uneven ground
• Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement

PPE REQUIREMENTS

• Safety glasses
• Safety-toe slip-resistant shoes
• Hearing protection (e.g. ear plugs, ear muffs)
• Face covering (mask) in accordance with company policy.

CAMBRO is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to and will not be discriminated against based upon race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disabili