Appliance Assembly & Inspection Production Associate

American Trim•Sidney, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

American Trim is hiring an Appliance Assembly & Inspection Associate to support appliance manufacturing operations. This light manufacturing role involves hands-on assembly, visual quality inspection, and packaging of appliance control panel components. The associate carefully handles finished surfaces, completes final assembly steps, and inspects products before packaging. On-the-job training is provided; previous manufacturing experience is helpful but not required. The role is available on 1st shift (5:55 AM–4:00 PM, Monday–Thursday) and 3rd shift (7:55 PM–6:00 AM, Monday–Friday). All shifts include overtime as needed, and scheduled hours may flex based on operational needs. Base pay is $16.35 per hour, with a $1.50-per-hour differential for 3rd shift. American Trim identifies safety as its #1 Core Value and offers hands-on training and opportunities to develop manufacturing, assembly, and quality skills and advance a career. Qualified candidates must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis to work in the United States. The company does not anticipate providing employment-related work sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

Ability to perform detailed visual inspection and identify cosmetic defects or surface damage.
Ability to carefully handle finished products without causing damage.
Basic math and reading skills.
Ability to understand and follow work instructions, quality standards, and packaging requirements.
Strong attention to detail.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a production team.
Ability to maintain established production schedules and rates while meeting quality requirements.
Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and dependability.
Frequently handle, assemble, inspect, and pack lightweight parts and materials, typically weighing approximately 3 to 6 pounds.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on a non-repetitive basis.
Stand, walk, and move throughout the assigned production area for extended periods.
Bend, reach, turn, and perform repetitive hand, arm, and lifting movements associated with assembly and packaging activities.
Perform work requiring manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and close visual attention.
Use hand tools and work with manufactured parts that may have sharp edges.
Work around assembly equipment and other industrial machinery.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including eye, hearing, foot, and other protective equipment as required.
Work overtime and adjusted hours as required by operational needs.
Be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis to work in the United States; employment-related work sponsorship is not anticipated.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED/equivalent preferred, but not required.
Previous manufacturing, light assembly, inspection, packaging, or related production experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform light assembly of appliance control panel components, including installation of brackets, light fixtures, and other applicable components.
Carefully handle finished parts during assembly, inspection, and packaging to prevent scratches, dents, or other surface damage.
Visually inspect products for cosmetic and manufacturing defects and verify that parts meet established quality requirements.
Communicate and take appropriate action when defects or quality concerns are identified.
Unpack, stage, and organize components and materials needed for production.
Pack completed products according to established packaging specifications and customer requirements.
Operate applicable assembly equipment and perform basic setup according to established procedures and work instructions.
Complete assigned production work while maintaining established quality and productivity requirements.
Communicate production, quality, or equipment concerns to supervision, Quality, and other appropriate team members.
Follow established safety, quality, environmental, and operating procedures.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Perform other duties as assigned.