Light Assembler II

Pelican Products, Inc.; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

401k match

Pet insurance

HSA

Wellness program

Mental wellness program

Celebration days

Peer recognition

Service recognition

Employee discounts

Referral program

Job summary

Pelican Products, Inc. in Maple Grove, MN is hiring an Assembly (Light) II to perform VIP assembly, packing, inventory control, and shipping readiness. You’ll work in a team environment to ensure accurate production and timely dispatch of products.

The role requires a high school diploma with 1+ year of related experience, ability to read and interpret documents, and proficiency with material handling equipment. Pelican offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 1+ year of relevant experience.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents relating to the job.
• Ability to make decisions when identifying in-process problems and manage multiple tasks.
• Must be able to operate in a fast-paced organization and handle multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and build Vacuum Insulated Panels (VIP) per instructions.
• Pack products into shipping cartons and label for shipping.
• Use inventory systems to locate and record orders and inventory.
• Perform general warehouse work and move materials using equipment.
• Know warehouse layout and safe operation of handling equipment (2-wheeler, forklift, pallet jack).
• Adhere to Quality Policy and ISO procedures.
• Refer to work orders and perform QA checks as designated.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Read & interpret documents

Decision making

Multi-tasking

Fast-paced work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jack

Lift truck

Material handling equipment

Job description

We're Hiring: Assembly (Light) II

Location: Maple Grove, MN

Company: Peli BioThermal

Peli BioThermal offers the widest range of temperature-controlled packaging and service solutions to the global life sciences industry. The company's products ensure that delicate biological materials arrive intact and effective, despite exterior environments. Peli BioThermal is dedicated to developing innovative products designed to fulfil the complex needs of the global life sciences industry. The company's customers benefit from its extensive expertise in ensuring that temperature stability is maintained throughout the distribution chain. The company also offers a complete portfolio of services and software to support end-to-end temperature-controlled packaging asset management.

At Peli BioThermal, your work has a real-world impact. You’ll be part of a team driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and the shared belief that when the mission is critical, failure isn’t an option. If you’re ready to build something that makes a difference, be part of a team that protects what matters most.

What You'll Do:

The Assembler (Light) II is responsible for performing a variety of job duties to ensure the production, inspection, inventory, and distribution of our products are accurate and ready for shipment. This position works within a team environment.

• Manually assembles and builds Vacuum Insulated Panels (VIP) according to written or visual work instructions.
• Packs products into shipping cartons as described on work orders/instruction sheets. Uses packaging materials as necessary to prevent breakage or damage. Closes, seals and accurately labels cartons for shipping.
• Uses manual or electronic inventory systems to locate and record orders and inventory information.
• Performs general warehouse work that involves, using material moving/handling equipment to store materials in designated areas, and/or retrieving materials/products from warehouse locations to supply production operations or support customer shipment of company products.
• Has knowledge of warehouse layout and the safe operation of material moving and handling equipment including 2-wheeler, lift truck, pallet jack, or motorized forklift.
• Adheres to the Quality Policy, including all items assigned to this position in accordance with ISO policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Refers to work order or procedural instructions appropriate for each job, function or assignment before commencing work.
• Performs any specified quality assurance checks designated for each job, function or assignment.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent plus one year or more of relevant experience. May require training and certification in safe operation or material handling equipment.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret the most documents relating to the job, function or assignment.
• Ability to make decisions when identifying in-process problems. Ability to deal with a variety of job assignments.
• Must be able to operate in a fast-paced organization and be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

What’s In It For You:

Join a company that truly values its employees! We offer a relaxed and casual work environment, a strong commitment to giving back to communities, and a focus on employee satisfaction. With regular opportunities to share feedback with leadership and structured performance evaluations, we ensure that your voice is heard and your growth is supported.

• Competitive paid time off plans/Holiday pay/extra vacation purchase opportunities
• 401k plan – with immediate match
• Great Benefits – several options including Pet insurance for our animal lovers.
• Health Savings Account Contribution
• Wellness Discount Program
• Global Mental Wellness Program
• Quarterly Employee Celebration Days
• Peer to Peer Recognition Program
• Service Recognition Program
• Amazing employee discount program on Pelican Products, Pelican branded apparel and gear
• Employee referral program – get paid to work with your trusted network.

• Established reputable brand offering premium products – you’ll be proud to represent Pelican!

• And more…

What You May Be Doing:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be frequently required to execute standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers).
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be frequently required to execute non-standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch).
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Compensation & Benefits

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The annual U.S. pay range for this positionis listed below. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on your qualifications, job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. We also offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off, 10 paid holidays per year, medical/dental/vision insurance, company-paid life and disability plans, and matching 401k to eligible employees.

Pelican Products, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.