Hands-On Corrugated Assembler

The Kraft Group & Affiliates; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kraft Group & Affiliates is seeking an Assembler to build and finish corrugated packaging and related products in a fast-paced production environment. You will follow approved methods, read job specs, and maintain quality while keeping work moving safely through the assembly area.

Responsibilities include reviewing instructions, assembling products using folding, laminating, gluing, and fastening, verifying dimensions, and maintaining accurate counts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–2 years of manufacturing/assembly experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret production documentation.
• Must be able to read a tape measure to 1/16”.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced corrugated manufacturing environment and to work a flexible schedule, including overtime as production needs require.
• Must have attention to detail and focused concentration.
• Must be able to complete tasks that require a particular speed or productivity quota.
• Must be able to adhere to process protocol and must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Review work instructions, samples, drawings, and production priorities before each job; confirm materials, quantities, and assembly method.
• Assemble finished products using approved methods such as folding, laminating, gluing, taping, stapling, or fastening while protecting product from damage.
• Measure and verify product dimensions, orientation, print, and assembly features against job specifications; stop and upscale nonconforming product.
• Maintain accurate counts and organized work-in-process so completed quantities, scrap, and rework can be identified and communicated.
• Operate approved hand tools and light production equipment safely and report damaged tools or unsafe conditions promptly.
• Stack, pack, unitize, and move finished product according to load configuration and handling requirements.
• Meet established expectations for output, accuracy, scrap, and safe work practices while maintaining consistent workmanship.
• Keep the work area supplied, clean, and orderly and communicate material shortages, quality concerns, equipment issues, or production delays promptly.
• Support changeovers, cleanup, and other production areas as trained to help meet daily schedule requirements.
• Special projects and assignments as business dictates

Skills

Read production specs

Tape measure reading 1/16

Attention to detail

Fast-paced manufacturing

Flexible schedule overtime

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Kraft Group & Affiliates is seeking an Assembler to build and finish corrugated packaging and related products in a fast-paced production environment. You will follow approved methods, read job specs, and maintain quality while keeping work moving safely through the assembly area.

Responsibilities include reviewing instructions, assembling products using folding, laminating, gluing, and fastening, verifying dimensions, and maintaining accurate counts.