Powder Tech team member

Lippert Components, Inc.; Brandon (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k with employer match

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Lippert Components, Inc. in Brandon, SD is hiring for a Powder Line Associate on 1st shift. The position involves assisting in powder coating/paint processes in an assembly-line setting, with tasks from unhang to packaging of finished goods.

Reports to the Operations Supervisor and supports production goals. Qualifications include experience in manufacturing, basic computer skills, and a preference for a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Basic computer skills.
• Maintain clean and organized work space.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and communicate with co-workers.
• Set up, run, and operate machinery.
• Count items to maintain tracking system.
• Report equipment issues to department lead.
• Perform periodic quality checks.
• Operate pallets jacks and related equipment.

Skills

Fast-paced manufacturing

Basic computer skills

Multitasking

Organized workspace

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Overview

Location: Brandon, South Dakota

$18 - $23 per hour, depending on experience

1st Shift: Monday - Thursday 5am - 3:30pm, some Friday hours may be required

Who We Are:

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation, and premium products to all of our customers.

Why We are Different:

At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members' unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You will Get:

1. A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
2. Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
3. Fair and competitive compensation.
4. Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
5. Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Summary/Objective:

This position will be responsible for assisting in the powder coating/paint process. The Powder Line Associate will work in an assembly-line environment where product unhangs from the line, powder coated, oven-baked, and conveyed to a packaging station. This person will then aid in packaging finished goods. This position reports to the Operations Supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Must be able to read blueprints and communicate with co-workers
2. Ability to set up, run, and operate machinery
3. Counting is required to maintain accurate tracking system
4. Must report any equipment issues to department Lead
5. Will be required to do periodic quality checks
6. Equipment used on the job includes racking fixtures, hooks, bins and pallet jacks
7. Perform other duties as assigned

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.

Working Conditions:

• Working indoors, manufacturing environment.
• Will stand / walk several hours at a time.
• Repetitive use of hands

Qualifications:

1. Prior experience in fast-paced manufacturing environment
2. High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
3. Basic computer skills
4. Maintain clean and organized work space
5. Ability to work and handle multiple job assignments

Competencies:

1. Must be able to work as a part of a team to achieve the company's overall goals;
2. Must demonstrate clear communication skills;
3. Must be able to read and process written communication including, but not limited to, work orders and measurements;
4. Must be able to meet production goals and time deadlines for company projects;
5. Must be able to work with minimum supervision;
6. Must be able to rotate to other production positions as the need arises or as is deemed necessary;
7. Must be able to operate appropriate equipment including pallet jacks, tape measures, etc.;
8. Must possess successful problem-solving skills;
9. Must be able to exhibit tact and diplomacy and maintain professional relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, etc.;
10. Must be able to prioritize and easily adapt to changes through the day.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This role does not have supervisory experience upon hiring.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The Team Member may have to lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time role working 40 hours a week. 1st shift located in the Brandon, South Dakota plant. Hours are Monday - Thursday 5am - 3:30pm, some Fridays may be mandatory 5am - 11am.

Travel:

No travel required for this role.

Preferred Education and Experience:

1. Manufacturing/Industry experience.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

None

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

Must be able to pass EVerify.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert's strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert's strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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