Glue & Assembly

fxiexternalsite; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

FXI Dubuque plant is seeking a Glue & Assembly Team Member to partner with the production team and Plant Manager to assemble patterned foam components using adhesives per customer specs and schedules. Attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality are essential.

You will read and interpret work orders, apply adhesives, and ensure proper alignment and bonding. The role supports safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret job specifications and accurately use a tape measure.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to assemble patterned components with precision.
• Ability to meet production standards while maintaining consistent quality.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and handle materials as required.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety practices, including safe adhesive handling.
• Dependable work ethic with the ability to follow instructions and perform assigned tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety by following procedures, handling adhesives, and keeping area clean.
• Assemble patterned foam components using glue and other bonding methods according to job specifications and production standards.
• Read and interpret work orders, job sheets, and measurements to ensure accurate assembly and proper alignment of materials.
• Apply adhesives evenly and correctly to ensure secure bonding and high-quality finished products.
• Monitor assembled products for quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications before moving to the next production stage.
• Maintain daily production sheets and document completed work accurately.
• Support overall plant operations by assisting with material staging, cleanup, and additional tasks as assigned by supervision.

Skills

Read specs

Attention to detail

Meet production standards

Stand for long periods

Safety awareness

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Job description

Job Title: Glue & Assembly

Location: Dubuque, IA

Job Type: On-Site

Reporting to: Plant Manager

Company Overview:

FXI is a leading producer of foam innovation in the Bedding, Furniture, Industrial, Home & Office, Healthcare, and Transportation markets. We have made it our mission to provide tailored solutions that delight our customers and consumers. With our corporate headquarters, high-tech research and development facility, and multiple manufacturing locations in North America, FXI has built a culture of innovation and achievement that is recognized by customers, suppliers and peers. Our products include finished goods, sub-assemblies, services, and raw materials for OEMs, fabricators, and retailers. You will find FXI's foam innovations inside, around, and under yourself in countless applications. Everywhere foam goes, FXI's innovations lead the way! Won't you join us?

Site Overview:

Our Dubuque, Iowa facility is a union manufacturing plant with approximately 10 employees. The site specializes in fabricating polyurethane foam products for a variety of industrial and specialty applications. As a key location within FXI's manufacturing network, the Dubuque plant is known for its strong focus on quality, safety, and operational excellence. Team members work in a collaborative, supportive environment where continuous improvement and innovation play a central role.

Job Overview

As a Glue & Assembly Team Member, you will partner with the production team and Plant Manager to assemble patterned foam components using adhesive application techniques in accordance with customer specifications and production schedules. This role requires attention to detail, the ability to read job specifications accurately, and a strong commitment to quality and efficiency in the assembly process.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture by following all safety procedures, properly handling adhesives, and maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Assemble patterned foam components using glue and other bonding methods according to job specifications and production standards.
• Read and interpret work orders, job sheets, and measurements to ensure accurate assembly and proper alignment of materials.
• Apply adhesives evenly and correctly to ensure secure bonding and high-quality finished products.
• Monitor assembled products for quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications before moving to the next production stage.
• Maintain daily production sheets and document completed work accurately.
• Support overall plant operations by assisting with material staging, cleanup, and additional tasks as assigned by supervision.

Skills / Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret job specifications and accurately use a tape measure.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to assemble patterned components with precision.
• Ability to meet production standards while maintaining consistent quality.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and handle materials as required.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety practices, including safe adhesive handling.
• Dependable work ethic with the ability to follow instructions and perform assigned tasks independently.

Total Rewards:

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic and optional life insurance
• Short‑and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Flexible spending accounts

Our Commitment to a Diverse Workforce:

FXI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FXI does not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identify or expression, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or based on any individual’s membership in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We support workplace diversity. We strongly believe that diversity contributes to a broader collective perspective that will consistently lead to a better company and better products. We are working hard to increase the diversity of our team wherever we can.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

FXI is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at FXI via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of FXI. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by FXI as a result of the referral or through other means.