Assembler - Larson - Seasonal - 2nd Shift

Larson Manufacturing; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K matching

Work-life balance culture

Associate purchase program

Job summary

Fortune Brands Outdoors & Security is seeking an assembler in Brookings, SD to join our manufacturing team. Hours are typically 3:30pm–8:30pm+, Monday–Thursday, with occasional shift changes to meet customer demand.

The role focuses on assembling metal products such as doors and windows, and may involve operating machines to cut and punch materials on the shop floor. You will perform quality checks, follow safety guidelines, and train co-workers as needed.

Qualifications

• Reading and writing skills essential.
• Ability to read simple instructions and comprehend materials.
• Ability to measure using a tape measure and perform basic arithmetic.

Responsibilities

• Positions and assembles parts according to procedures or product knowledge.
• Fastens parts with screws, rivets, or other fasteners; laminates materials as needed.
• Operates drill presses, saws, punches, laminating and riveting equipment.
• Performs quality checks on products and may inspect others' work.
• Trains other workers in the skills required for the job.
• Rotates between different work groups and shifts as needed to meet staffing needs.
• Reads and comprehends simple instructions; writes simple notes when needed.
• Maintains courteous relations with supervisors and coworkers.

Skills

Reading & writing

Tape measure reading

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Ideally looking for hours 3:30pm - 8:30pm+, Monday-Thursday. The Assembler will assemble metal products, such as doors and windows, partially or complete. May use machines to cut and punch wood and metal materials to be assembled later in the process. Handles various sizes and styles of soft-plated glass, all while working on shop floor by performing the following duties.

Typical Areas of Performance

• Positions and assembles parts according to knowledge of product being assembled or by following established processes or procedures.
• Fastens parts together with clinching presses, screws, rivets, or other fasteners. Uses glue to laminate wood with other materials.
• Operates drill presses, sawing equipment, punch presses, laminating, riveting machines and other equipment to assist in assembly operation.
• Performs quality checks on products manufactured and at times, checks the work of others.
• Utilizes required safety equipment, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), deemed necessary in company facilities to eliminate or reduce workplace hazards.
• Perform job requirements and operate equipment within safety guidelines and reports any nonconformance.
• Trains other workers in the skills acquired in the performance of the job.
• Maintains acceptable attendance record and follows Larson security policies.
• Must abide by all Larson policies.
• Rotation required for most job assignments.
• Will be required to move to other work groups and hours of work as needed to meet staffing requirements and customer demands.
• Read and comprehend simple instructions from production standards, memos or other correspondence.
• Write simple instructions or correspondence as needed.
• Must be courteous and maintain a good working relationship with supervisors and co-workers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Reading and writing skills are essential. Ability to read and comprehend simple correspondence, read numbers and letters facilitating order requirements.
• Ability to process specified instructions.
• Ability to add, subtract in all units of measure, using whole numbers.
• Ability to measure, read, and understands a tape measure.

Additional Information

Benefits

• Limited Insurance coverage you’d expect like medical, dental, vision, 401K matching
• Culture committed to work-life balance with flexible work options
• Associate Purchase Program on All Fortune Brands Products

Fortune Brands Outdoors & Security (Master Lock/Therma-Tru Doors/Fiberon/Larson) is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, marital/family/caregiver status, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local low. Fortune Brands Doors & Security also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Candidates for positions with Fortune Brands Outdoors & Security must be able to present proof of identity and work eligibility post hire. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position and accordingly this position is not appropriate for foreign students who will require sponsorship in the future, including assistance with an Optional Practical Training (OPT) F-1 extension.