Manufacturing Associate

Knoll Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start on day one

Job summary

MillerKnoll in the United States seeks a manufacturing associate to assemble products in a fast-paced Lean environment, following standard work methods to ensure quality and timely delivery. The role requires reading instructions, maintaining safety and 5S, and willingness to cross-train in other departments.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED and basic math skills. MillerKnoll offers competitive hourly wages and benefits starting on day one, with opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Basic math skills such as counting, adding, and subtracting.

Responsibilities

• Reads, understands, communicates, and interprets written and verbal instructions, work documentation, policies and practices, etc.
• Maintains a clean, safe working environment according to 5S and department safety guidelines.
• Performs a minimum of 75% of the jobs in the department at the required rate (cycle time).
• Rotates through the department workstations based on business need.
• Regular and predictable attendance based on scheduled hours.
• Works overtime as needed.

Skills

Basic math skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Why join us?

If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth. We offer a competitive hourly wage, generous benefits that start on your first day, and endless possibilities for career growth. Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Geiger means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Geiger to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

GENERAL PURPOSE

The manufacturing associate position assembles products and/or related parts in a manufacturing setting at a standard rate of work based upon customer demand and lean manufacturing principles to satisfy the customer and to provide high-quality products delivered in a timely manner. The position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible. The position requires learning additional functions through cross‑training in other departments. Problem solves with the assistance of other team members and seeks continuous improvement activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reads, understands, communicates, and interprets written and verbal instructions, work documentation, policies and practices, etc. Completes required paperwork correctly to ensure record accuracy. Maintains a clean, safe working environment according to 5S and department safety guidelines. Participates in improvement activities within current department or other departments as appropriate. Performs a minimum of 75% of the jobs in the department at the required rate (cycle time). Rotates through the department workstations based on business need. Checks equipment and product as needed, reports problems or issues regarding safety or quality to department supervisor. Regular and predictable attendance based on scheduled hours. Works overtime as needed. Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education/Experience: One of the following is required: (1) High school diploma or its equivalent (GED for example), (2) work experience which demonstrates performance competency.
• Skills and Abilities: Competent in basic math skills such as counting, adding, and subtracting. Ability to work cooperatively within the team as well as with members of other teams to meet goals. Demonstrated willingness to adapt to a continually changing environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms for the duration of the shift. Ability to regularly lift and move up to 10 lbs, frequently lift and move up to 25 lbs, and occasionally lift and move up to 40 lbs. Required to communicate and to be able to see with or without correction.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities. MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. MillerKnoll ensures E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. MillerKnoll is a collective of design brands coming together to remake modern for the 21st century.