Production Operator - Foam Gluing

Avalon & Tahoe MFG, Inc.; Alma (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Wisconsin seeks a foam gluing laborer to use glue spray guns for furniture assembly. Key responsibilities include adhering to safety policies, gluing foam components, and maintaining the workspace. Ideal candidates must have a high school diploma, attention to detail, and excellent problem-solving skills. Physical requirements involve lifting heavy materials and standing for extended periods. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Needs good visual judgment to notice errors and/or defects.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multifunctional team-oriented work environment.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures.
• Uses various hand tools and glue gun to glue foam components.
• Cleans and maintains work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent problem solving skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

The foam gluing laborer uses a glue spray gun to glue various foam components to their wood counterparts to create the core of each furniture piece. The completed components are then placed in a staging area to be picked by the upholsterers. The foam gluing laborer supports the upholsterers.

Key Responsibilities

• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures
• Follows all pre-established installation and quality methods, procedures and guidelines to ensure consistency of work
• Reads order-specific job travelers and/or engineered drawings to ensure each order is produced to specifications
• Uses various hand tools and glue gun to glue foam components to furniture core pieces
• Completes all job duties within given time constraints
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Cross-trains between several different jobs
• Cleans and maintains work area
• Pursues continuous improvement to improve efficiency of job duties and work flow

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Attention to detail
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Needs good visual judgment to notice errors and/or defects
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work in a fast paced, multifunctional team oriented work environment
• Ability to work variable hours with short notice (up to 50+ hrs. per week)

Physical Requirements And Environment

• Must be physically capable of safely lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. without assistance
• Involves standing, bending and lifting for long periods as required
• Requires repetitive movement
• Includes exposure to noise levels that are distracting and/or uncomfortable
• Requires wearing personal protective equipment