Operations Technician - Foam

Geiger; Hildebran (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

MillerKnoll in Hildebran, NC is seeking an Operations Technician to support foam gluing operations. You will work in a pay-for-skills program that offers opportunities to increase compensation while contributing to production goals.

The role requires strong attention to detail, consistent adhesive application, and equipment/workstation maintenance, with a focus on safety and quality. Teamwork and adaptability are essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• Ability to work well with teammates and other teams.

Responsibilities

• Assembles product components and glues foam with spray gun and pneumatic equipment with precision.
• Ensures materials are applied uniform and correctly positioned to meet quality standards.
• Maintains a clean, organized workstation and ensures tools are in proper working condition.
• Communicates effectively and supports production goals as directed by supervisor.
• Adheres to safety and quality guidelines and participates in continuous improvement.

Skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

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

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

An Operations Technician is part of our pay-for-skills program and allows individuals to continue building their capabilities, providing opportunities to increase their compensation.

This specific role focuses on foam gluing operations and requires strong attention to detail, consistency in applying adhesives, and maintaining equipment and workstations.

Essential Functions

• Assembles product components, including gluing foam using a spray gun and pneumatic equipment, with precision and consistency.
• Ensures materials are applied uniformly and positioned correctly (e.g., left/right, front/back), meeting visual and functional quality standards.
• Communicates effectively.
• Maintains a clean and organized workstation and ensures tools and equipment are cleaned and in proper working condition.
• Performs other duties as directed by the supervisor to support production goals and business objectives.
• Adheres to all safety and quality guidelines and promotes a culture of continuous improvement.

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

• 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

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

Required to stand, walk, and use hands to handle materials for the duration of the shift. Regularly lift and move up to 25 lbs; occasionally lift up to 40 lbs. Must be able to see, hear, and perform tasks with or without accommodation.

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.

This organization participates in 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 complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.