Gluer/Bonder

Carpenter Company; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Profit-sharing plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Gluer on 1st shift at our Longview manufacturing plant. The role involves assembling foam, fiber, and other sub-components into fabric cushions with an hourly rate of $20.20, rising to $20.78 after 90 days.

The successful candidate will follow instructions, work with gluing procedures, and contribute to a high-volume production environment. Education required is a High School Diploma or GED, with the ability to lift up to 35 pounds and work

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior Gluer experience preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Able to work flexible hours, including weekends/holidays.
• Able to lift up to 10 lbs repeatedly during shift.

Responsibilities

• Receive and understand instructions from the line supervisor or management.
• Follow work instructions to assure proper construction of mattresses.
• Assemble components into product according to customer requirements.
• Some cushions may be larger or bulky, weighing 30-35 pounds.
• Clean gluing equipment and perform scheduled maintenance.
• Maintain steady work pace in a high-volume atmosphere.

Skills

Gluing experience

Follow instructions

Team environment

Flexible hours

Lifting 10 lbs repeatedly

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Gluer on 1st shift in our Longview manufacturing plant. These individuals will assemble foam, fiber, and other sub-components into fabricated furniture cushions. Hourly rate will be $20.20 per hour. After 90 days the hourly rate will raise to $20.78.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. The successful candidate will be expected to assemble and adhere individual foam, fiber, fabric, and other sub-components into fabricated products (cushions).

Responsibilities

• Receive and understand instructions from the glue line coordinator, Supervisor, or Management.
• Follow work instructions to assure proper construction of mattresses.
• Assemble using specified gluing procedures, components into product according to customer requirements.
• Some cushions may be larger, awkward, or bulky, and weighing up to approximately 30-35 pounds.
• Clean gluing equipment and perform appropriate scheduled maintenance.
• Maintain steady work pace in a high-volume atmosphere.

Skills and Requirements:

• Prior experience as a Gluer in fiber and foam preferred
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, some weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to work with little or no supervision.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. repeatedly throughout the entire shift.
• Must have stable work history

1. Assists with inventory, as required.

2. Other duties as assigned by management.

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm depending on business needs

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit-sharing plan, and much more. We offer long‑term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. We also offer tuition reimbursement to our employees after 1 year of service.

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre‑employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.