Assembly Operator 1

Wastequip Inc; Kentucky; On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Wastequip Inc. is seeking an Assembly Operator 1 to join our Mt Sterling, KY manufacturing team. The role runs 7:00AM - 3:30PM and pays $18.00 per hour.

You will assemble components based on work orders and blueprints, pack finished goods, and ensure quality and safety standards on the shop floor. Responsibilities include interpreting specifications, moving parts with a forklift if needed, and maintaining a clean, organized work area.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• Be able to work on your feet for long periods.
• Able to lift between 25-50 lbs.
• Warehouse experience is a plus.
• Forklift experience is preferred.
• Previous Assembly experience is preferred.
• Be able to pass EHS training.

Responsibilities

• Receives and interprets work orders and specifications to assemble and pack components.
• Assembles parts to complete sub-assemblies and final product kits.
• May use a forklift or pump cart to move goods around the shop floor.
• Inspects products for quality and packages per Wastequip specifications.
• Maintains a safe, clean work area and wears required PPE on the shop floor.
• Reports unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor or lead hand.
• Performs 5-S practices and keeps tools organized and area clean.
• Supports continuous improvement within the team and department.

Skills

Physical strength (lift 25-50 lbs)

Stamina for standing

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

## Assembly Operator 1Applylocations: Mt Sterling, KYtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-101267**Job Description:**The WQ Assembler will, safely assemble product or components to create a finished good and packs these products and or parts in approved shipping boxes, crates and containers as instructed by Standard Work Instructions, product blueprints, customer orders and or the Supervisor or Lead Hand.**Shift hours:** 7:00AM - 3:30PM**Pay rate:** $18.00 **Responsibilities*** Receives and interprets work orders, material specifications as well as other work procedures to select, assemble and pack product components to complete a parts requisition order.* The operations performed will support the overall success of the organization through correctly putting together individual parts to create a sub-assembly and combining sub-assemblies to create product kits.* May need to utilize a forklift or pump cart to move goods around the shop floor.* All products and parts built will be inspected by the Assembler for quality and are to be packaged neatly, banded securely to Customers or Wastequip’s specifications.* The Assembler is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean work environment and will wear all mandated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when on the shop floor. Will report any unsafe act or condition requiring corrective action to their Supervisor or Lead Hand.* Practices 5-S within their defined work area, returns all common tools to their proper place when not in use, and cleans the assigned work area once all work has been completed.* As an individual and part of a team, the Assembler will strive to support continuous improvement across their individual and department tasks, as well as the organization.* Performs simple and routine maintenance and safety checks to ensure all tools and equipment remain safe and fully operational; in the event a piece of equipment is unsafe or non-functional it should be immediately reported to the Supervisor or Lead Hand.* Performs other duties as directed by the Supervisor, Lead hand, or Manager.* This job is in a factory setting and is subject to changes in heat, humidity throughout the year.**Qualifications:*** 18 years or older.* Be able to work on your feet for long periods of time.* Able to lift between 25-50 lbs.* Warehouse experience is a plus.* Forklift experience is preferred.* Previous Assembly experience is preferred.* Be able to pass EHS training.