Upholstery Assembler - 1st Shift

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,486; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off, including paid holidays

Employee discounts and assistance programs

Job summary

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength in Owatonna, Minnesota, is seeking an assembler to join the team. The role involves assembling upholstered parts and mechanical components, requiring mechanical aptitude and an understanding of safety. Preferred qualifications include experience with machine sewing and hand tools. Competitive compensation ranges from $19.00 to $22.13 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with employer match, medical insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude is essential for understanding assembly tasks.
• Knowledge of safety protocols is crucial to maintain a safe work environment.
• Experience with machine sewing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly of upholstered and mechanical components with high quality.
• Analyze rejected products and assist in problem resolution.
• Ensure specifications are met during assembly using proper tools.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Understanding of safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Air tools

Job description

About the Opportunity

Life Fitness is the global leader in the fitness industry. Our mission is to provide solutions that get the world moving and help people lead active and healthy lives. Since 1977, we have designed and manufactured cutting‑edge, best‑in‑class fitness products for commercial facilities and home use under the brands Life Fitness, Hammer Strength, Indoor Cycling Group and SCIFIT.

Job Purpose

Performs assembly of upholstered parts and/or mechanical and electromechanical component parts.

Essential Job Functions

• Understands and uses the proper equipment to produce high quality upholstery, including performing side sewing.
• Analyzes rejected product, communicates this with the Lead Assembler and assists in problem resolution.
• Assembles various components using hand tools, air tools and measuring equipment, ensuring that all specifications are met to manufacture the highest quality product.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Mechanical aptitude
• Understanding of safety

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience with machine sewing
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with hand tools

Working Conditions

Requires lifting up to 35 lbs occasionally. Involves repetitive motion. Work area can be noisy.

Benefits and Compensation

Base wage $19.00 – $22.13 per hour (includes overtime eligibility). Eligible for the Production Bonus Plan based on performance metrics.

• 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Parental, medical and military leaves of absence
• Paid time off, including paid holidays
• Company paid short‑term disability and optional long‑term disability
• Health savings account and health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
• Employee and dependent life insurance, supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• Identity protection, legal services, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
• Commuter benefits, employee discounts, employee assistance program (free counseling sessions)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status recognized under applicable law.