Lead Assembler

Polytek; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Polytek Development Corp. is seeking a highly organized manufacturing associate to join our Kalamazoo team. You will assemble, bottle and package products, verify labels, manage inventory, and prepare items for shipping in a fast-paced environment.

You will follow safety rules, use PPE, maintain a clean work area, and document materials used. Forklift experience is preferred, and basic computer skills help track stock and orders.

Qualifications

• Must be able to understand, speak, write and read English.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years experience in shipping/receiving preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred; operating a forklift is a requirement.
• Basic computer experience.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, bottle and package products including labeling.
• Manage inventory and components; monitor stock and reorder supplies.
• Verify packaging requirements and accuracy of labels.
• Resolve issues with assembly or packaging with team members.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and follow PPE rules.
• Assist with labeling, packaging and boxing goods for shipping.
• Document actions by recording materials used as instructed.

Skills

Inventory management

Packaging

Labeling

Safety procedures

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift

Basic computer skills

Job description

Description

Polytek® Development Corp. is a leading manufacturer of mold making and casting materials. Polytek® is currently looking for a highly motivated, experienced, and extremely organized individual to join our rapidly expanding company.

Essential Job Functions:

• Proficient understanding of preparing work to be accomplished by following assembly instructions, parts lists; gathering parts, tools, and materials.
• Responsible for fast and reliable assembly, bottling and packaging of products including labeling, inventory management of components and materials.
• Verifies labels and packaging requirements.
• Resolves any issues with assembly or packaging instructions working with team members and supervisor.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; reporting needs for re-ordering of supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Conserves resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Documents actions by completing forms for supplies used as instructed by supervisor
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Assist with labeling, packaging and boxing goods preparing them for shipping.
• Understand hazards of products through company provided training and reading Safety Data Sheets and labels.
• Wear proper personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves and safety glasses) and follow all provided safety rules.
• Report safety concerns immediately to your supervisor.
• Follow all rules set forth in Polytek’s Employee Policy Manual.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time and perform repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, squat, walk, stand, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and repeatedly ascend/descend short flights of stairs/ladders for a full shift.
• Must be able to talk, hear and see with vision abilities including close/near, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must wear job-specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for entirety of shift.

Education and Experience:

• Must be able to understand, speak, write and read English.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• In-Depth knowledge of and experience on the line that they will be leading.
• 2+ years experience in shipping/receiving preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred but not required – Operating a Forklift is a requirement of the job.
• Basic computer experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.