Press Operator Apprentice (PM Shift) - *SELECT JOB* (base rate $20.92-$27.89)

LZB Manufacturing, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

La-Z-Boy Incorporated is seeking an assembler to fabricate metal components for furniture in a fast-paced, incentives-based manufacturing setting. The role involves operating presses, loading dies, maintaining equipment, and ensuring quality per specifications.

You will work in a team, follow safety standards, and contribute to continuous improvement. The role emphasizes reliability, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and basic computer skills in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• Experience suited to metal fabrication and assembly environments.
• Ability to read prints and specifications.
• Proficient with basic measuring tools (micrometer, calipers).
• Commitment to attendance, safety and quality standards.
• Ability to operate in a team and follow work orders.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate metal components per work orders and quality specs.
• Operate press and perform routine machine maintenance to maximize yields.
• Load dies and set up machines for each job.
• Ensure lubrication of moving parts and safe operation of equipment.
• Move materials with forklift or pallet jack as needed.
• Inspect parts visually to meet quality standards and rework as required.
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace; follow health and safety rules.

Skills

Reading & Math skills

Measurement tools

Attendance reliability

Safety awareness

Education

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

PIV license

Job description

Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and communities. We foster an inclusive environment while honoring a legacy built on family, where everyone can be themselves.

If you are ready to join an industry leading organization where our people are the most important asset, and innovation propels us into the future, you’re ready to take your seat at La-Z-Boy Incorporated.

WE BELIEVE IN THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF COMFORT

Job Summary

This position works independently or within a team to assemble quality fabricate metal components for furniture to work order specifications in an incentives base manufacturing environment.

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned)

• Fabricate metal material according to La-Z-Boy quality requirements.
• Operate press, machine maintenance to maximize program yields.
• Load die and set up the machine, adjusting for each job.
• Keep all moving parts of machine lubricated.
• Operate forklift or pallet jack to relocate materials, supplies, and parts as needed.
• Inspect work visually for defects according to our quality standards
• Proper cleaning and maintenance of equipment
• Ability to operate equipment in a safe, accurate and efficient manner.
• Rework non-conforming parts as necessary.
• Control quality and waste.
• Demonstrates teamwork and motivation for job requirements.
• Follow health and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean work area.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the above duties
• Basic reading, writing and math skills
• Ability to read complex print specifications
• Use and understand measuring tools (micrometer, calipers, etc.)
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Basic computer skills
• Obtain PIV license
• Achieve performance standards
• Excellent attendance; 3 points or less.
• No safety written warnings

PREFERRED REQURMENTS

• Bilingual

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

OUR PURPOSE

We are La-Z-Boy Incorporated. Get comfortable with taking your work personally. Get comfortable with uncompromising quality. Get comfortable with caring about your colleagues and the consumers we serve. When people are comfortable, they are free to be themselves; to be fearless. When people are comfortable, they put others at ease and are more welcoming to different people and perspectives. When people are comfortable, they collaborate in meaningful ways. Being comfortable brings out the best in us.
We believe in the transformational power of comfort

OUR VALUES

Courage

We aren’t afraid to try something new

• We are results oriented and can-do hard things.
• We do what is right.
• We challenge the status quo.

Curiosity

We are relentless in our mission to understand our business and consumers

• We ask questions and explore every opportunity.
• We embrace change.
• We test and learn.

Compassion

We honor our almost 100-year legacy that was built on family

• We lead with empathy in support of each other, our consumers and our communities.
• We foster an inclusive environment.
• We believe in positive intent.

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 incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Weekly Hours

40

Benefits for Employees in the US

• Benefit offerings to employees and their families include: Medical, Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance, available 401k retirement plan with company match of up to 6%.
• Paid time off includes: 9-11 paid holidays each year, two weeks’ prorated vacation as a new hire and either personal time (non-exempt only) or state mandated sick time.

More information can be found via: https://learn.bswift.com/la-z-boy

If this role requires travel / driving in order to perform the key responsibilities outlined above, candidates must be able to meet the qualifications noted in the company’s Driver Management Program to be considered for the role.

At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of utmost importance as we work together to build comfort. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table. If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at [e-mail] or by calling 734-242-1444.