Production Assembler

Shelby American, Inc.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to join their team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role involves accurately bottling and assembling kits, ensuring proper labeling, and assisting with inventory management. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail while adhering to safety protocols. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding company that values its employees and provides on-the-job training. If you are looking for a role that combines physical activity with a supportive team atmosphere, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be able to understand, speak, write, and read English.
• One year manufacturing experience preferred; on-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Accurately bottle and assemble kits while ensuring proper labeling.
• Assist with inventory and general assembly of work in process items.
• Maintain a neat and organized work area while following safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Manufacturing Experience

Job description

Description

Polytek Development Corp. is a leading manufacturer of mold making and casting materials. Polytek is currently looking for a highly motivated, experienced, and extremely organized individual to join our rapidly expanding company.

Essential Job Functions:

Major tasks and other key responsibilities include:

• Accurately bottling and assembling of kits.
• Ensure proper labeling of items.
• Assist with inventory of materials.
• General assembly of work in process items.
• Assembly of boxes and packaging packaging goods.
• Print product labels and label containers as directed.
• Prepare boxes for shipments and assist shipping department when directed.
• Keep work areas neat and organized.
• Understand the hazards of chemicals through provided training, read SDSs, labels and SOP’s.
• Wear proper personal protective equipment and follow safety procedures, policies and guidelines.
• Present and maintain a positive attitude with regards to Alumilite/Polytek management policies and instructions.
• Report safety concerns immediately to Management and/or Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator.
• Follow all rules set forth in Polytek’s Employee Policy Manual.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.

• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time and perform repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, squat, walk, stand, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and repeatedly ascend/descend short flights of stairs/ladders for a full shift.
• Must be able to talk, hear and see with vision abilities including close/near, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must wear job-specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for entirety of shift.

Education and Experience:

• Must be able to understand, speak, write and read English.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year manufacturing experience preferred; on the job training to be provided.
• Basic computer experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.