Assembler III

Harbor Industries; Charlevoix (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time benefits

Healthcare onsite & virtual

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance & AD&D

Wellness programs

Job summary

Harbor Industries, Inc. is seeking an Assembler III to handle complex sub-assemblies and final builds in a manufacturing setting in Michigan.

The role requires reading blueprints, performing quality checks, and training other team members while maintaining safety and efficiency. The candidate will work with woodworking machinery, calipers, and micrometers, contributing to lean initiatives and 5S projects as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent vocational training preferred.
• 2–4 years experience in commercial cabinet making, millwork, or custom retail fixture manufacturing.
• 1–3 years experience with woodworking machinery (table saws, miter saws, routers), accurate tape measure reading, and advanced mathematics and problem solving skills.
• Experience with calipers, micrometers, and other quality assurance devices.
• Intermediate computer skills with the ability to type, use a mouse, work within multiple screens and learn new programs.

Responsibilities

• Build intricate sub-assemblies, systems, or prototypes using hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment per blueprints, wire lists, and engineering drawings
• Perform preliminary hand-sanding, edge-banding, and minor wood-filling to ensure units are ready for the finishing and staining booth
• Guide, instruct, train and assist assembly team members on construction methods and process improvements to enhance productivity
• Align, join, dowel, glue, staple, or screw precision wooden parts together to build items like cash wraps, shelving units, custom kiosks, gondolas, and display risers
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, millwork drawings, E-drawings/ solid model, assembly instructions, and packing instructions to determine assembly sequences and hardware requirements
• Perform visual and dimensional quality checks, troubleshoot engineering or fitment issues, diagnose and repair components as needed that fail initial inspections or functional tests
• Follow work instructions and build specifications to build and assemble production fixtures, displays, components, and sub assemblies
• Utilize advanced knowledge to assist with training others during line start up, including helping with set up and take down of production lines, and first article approvals
• Be a subject matter expert for production processes and procedures within their designated area and train new team members on those processes and procedures
• Perform quality control inspections during the manufacturing of products, including materials, parts, and products at all stages of production
• Use clear communication skills with leads, supervisors, and managers with the ability to train co-workers on multiple tasks and construction methods
• Work hands-on with assembly on complex builds and communicate effectively with assembly staff to understand how to best use your expertise to improve build processes
• Complete and submit two Lean improvements per month, assist with 5S projects and guide others with their lean improvements and videos as needed
• Follow safety rules, wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE), and keep a clean workspace, and remain safety conscious at all times
• Record production counts and inventory levels in logs or computer systems
• Maintain a positive attitude and promote a safe and healthy work environment while focusing on productivity
• Make recommendations for production assembly aids
• Assist with general housekeeping tasks within work area to ensure it is neat, orderly and free from safety hazards
• Other duties may be assigned at any time

Skills

Blueprint reading

Lean manufacturing

Train others

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training in wood fabrication

2–4 years cabinet/millwork experience

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Woodworking machinery

Job description

An Assembler III is an advanced-level manufacturing role. An Assembler III will handle complex assemblies, and complex final builds.. An Assembler III will be able to safely operate all production equipment, and complete various tasks in support of plant activity in a timely manner. The Assembler III will work among production employees and assist leads with training of other employees, line set-up and line tear-down along with cycle counts. An Assembler III will also take an active role in assisting the Lead with quality checks and ensuring the line is actively following procedures and processes on build fit form and function.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Build intricate sub-assemblies, systems, or prototypes using hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment per blueprints, wire lists, and engineering drawings
• Perform preliminary hand-sanding, edge-banding, and minor wood-filling to ensure units are ready for the finishing and staining booth
• Guide, instruct, train and assist assembly team members on construction methods and process improvements to enhance productivity
• Align, join, dowel, glue, staple, or screw precision wooden parts together to build items like cash wraps, shelving units, custom kiosks, gondolas, and display risers
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, millwork drawings, E-drawings/ solid model, assembly instructions, and packing instructions to determine assembly sequences and hardware requirements
• Perform visual and dimensional quality checks, troubleshoot engineering or fitment issues, diagnose and repair components as needed that fail initial inspections or functional tests
• Follow work instructions and build specifications to build and assemble production fixtures, displays, components, and sub assemblies
• Utilize advanced knowledge to assist with training others during line start up, including helping with set up and take down of production lines, and first article approvals
• Be a subject matter expert for production processes and procedures within their designated area and train new team members on those processes and procedures
• Perform quality control inspections during the manufacturing of products, including materials, parts, and products at all stages of production
• Use clear communication skills with leads, supervisors, and managers with the ability to train co-workers on multiple tasks and construction methods
• Work hands-on with assembly on complex builds and communicate effectively with assembly staff to understand how to best use your expertise to improve build processes
• Complete and submit two Lean improvements per month, assist with 5S projects and guide others with their lean improvements and videos as needed
• Follow safety rules, wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE), and keep a clean workspace, and remain safety conscious at all times
• Record production counts and inventory levels in logs or computer systems
• Maintain a positive attitude and promote a safe and healthy work environment while focusing on productivity
• Make recommendations for production assembly aids
• Assist with general housekeeping tasks within work area to ensure it is neat, orderly and free from safety hazards
• Other duties may be assigned at any time

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent vocational training preferred
• 2 - 4 years experience in commercial cabinet making, millwork, or custom retail fixture manufacturing.
• 1 - 3 years experience with woodworking machinery (table saws, miter saws, routers, pneumatic tools), accurate tape measure reading, and advanced mathematics and problem solving skills
• Experience with calipers, micrometers, and other quality assurance devices
• Intermediate computer skills with the ability to type, use a mouse, work within multiple screens and learn new programs

Other Qualifications

Forklift operator permit required, or the ability to obtain a forklift operator permit within 60 days of hire

Benefits and Perks

We're committed to providing competitive, affordable benefits to support our employees and their families. Our compensation packages are market-based, and if you're hired at Harbor your compensation will be determined considering factors such as skills, education, and experience. We believe a strong benefits and compensation package is essential for employee well-being and financial security.
Full-time employee benefits include the following:

• Free primary and preventive healthcare for eligible employees and their dependents, offered onsite and virtually!
• Two affordable healthcare coverage (Medical, Vision, Dental, RX) plan options, one of which has a $0 employee premium contribution for employees and all of their dependents
• Health Savings Account for those enrolled in our HDHP Medical Plan Option, with company funding and matching contribution
• Flexible Spending Account for those enrolled in our Core PPO Medical Plan
• 401k retirement savings plus company match
• Paid time off, including up to 12 paid holidays per year depending on your schedule
• Paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Disability Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Initiatives
• Anniversary Milestone Awards
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity and Critical Illness Insurance