OB Assembler I

MILWAUKEE ELECTRIC TOOL CORP; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Education assistance

On-site wellness facilities

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is hiring an Assembler I for 1st shift (Mon-Fri, 6:00 AM–2:00 PM) in Milwaukee, WI. You will assemble QP line products, per work instructions, and assist multiple stations as needed. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include operating manual and automated equipment, packing finished goods, and maintaining a clean, organized work area. Training others and supporting production goals are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months of process assembly experience, manufacturing preferred.
• Able to switch between QP Lines or areas within one shift.
• Excellent eye-hand coordination and steady repetitive-task performance.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Team-oriented with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate non-automated and automated equipment (RF Sealer, QP Conveyance Lines, Clamshell Machine).
• Perform repetitive assembly tasks according to work instructions and metrics.
• Prepare finished products for shipment (boxes, labels, palletizing).
• Practice 5S to keep the area clean and organized.
• Communicate material shortages to leadership promptly.
• Support multiple stations and adapt to production needs as required.
• Train others in assembly tasks and safety procedures.

Skills

HS Diploma

Process assembly

Flexibility

Eye-hand coordination

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

RF Sealer

QP Conveyance Lines

Clamshell Machine

Job description

Job Description: Assembler I 1st shift Monday- Friday 6:00 AM-2:00 PM At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success -- so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to provide…. Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.

Your Role on Our Team:

The Assembler I will work on Quarter Pallet (QP) Line(s), Conversion, other special orders assembling Kitting products, automated or manual, and will assist the production areas in various tasks including assembling corrugate, completing Quart Pallet Displays, sorting, counting, 5S activities, replenishing supplies, organizing stock, and assignments. May serve as a backup to other positions in other areas at the direction of management; other duties as assigned.

You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:

• Work on non-automated and automated equipment such as RF Sealer, QP Conveyance Lines, Clamshell Machine, and other Kitting functions
• Perform repetitive operations, according to provided work instructions and area metrics
• Prepare finished products for shipment by constructing boxes, placing labels on boxes, placing products in boxes, and placing closed boxes on pallet per work instructions
• Practice 5S by keeping work area clean by disposing empty boxes and cardboard, as well as keeping material
• Inform proper leadership personnel of material shortage
• May work as member of assembly group and be assigned different workstations, maintaining flexibility by flowing to work, as production needs require or shift from one station to another to reduce fatigue factor
• May participate in group meetings to exchange job related information
• Use fixtures, jigs, hand tools as necessary, to ensure proper position and/or movement of components and parts
• Be alert, detect obvious defects and take necessary measures to correct
• Proactively work with team members to meet production goals
• Train others in all areas
• Adhere to all safety requirements in the work area
• Abide by all safety policies and procedures to create a safe working environment for all employees

The TOOLS you’ll bring with you:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Process assembly experience, preferably in manufacturing environment – At least 6 months
• Agility – Flexible to change to other QP Lines or areas in one shift
• Excellent eye-hand coordination
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks- while standing
• Attention to Detail
• Self-Motivation
• Understand and Follow Instructions
• Must be able to work with a team respectfully and effectively

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing Plant
• Standing for long periods of time
• Repetitive motion
• Frequent bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling of tools and boxes
• Able to work in various temperature conditions
• Operation of motorized and manual pallet jack
• The physical and weightlifting demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We provide these great perks and benefits:

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
• Generous 401 (K) savings plan
• Education assistance
• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
• And many more, check out our benefits siteHERE.

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.

Milwaukee Tool, founded in 1924, is a global leader in delivering innovative solutions to the professional construction trades that increase productivity and safety.

Milwaukee® is known for their world-leading M12™, M18™, and MX FUEL™ cordless systems, the ground-breaking performance of their cordless innovations, safety solutions, battery-powered outdoor power equipment, jobsite lighting and clean-up, time-saving accessories, and innovative hand tool and PACKOUT™ Modular Storage Products.

The company is dedicated to delivering a steady stream of advanced, trade-specific solutions.

Milwaukee Tool is a Brookfield, Wisconsin-based subsidiary of Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd. (TTI) (HKEx stock code: 669, ADR symbol: TTNDY).

For more information on the full line of Milwaukee® products, please call 1-800-SAWDUST or visit Milwaukee Tool.