Assembler I

Cambro Manufacturing • Mebane, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assembler I manually assembles and packages materials and products, operates auxiliary equipment, and performs quality checks to ensure products meet established criteria. The role follows departmental work processes, safety requirements, company guidelines, and Cambro’s core values. The North Carolina facility is temperature-controlled by HVAC.

The employee performs assigned sanding, polishing, cleaning, assembly, packing, post-molding, and rework tasks. They inspect products throughout secondary and packaging processes, confirm carton quantities and packaging requirements, and verify box and UPC labels. The role also involves reading assembly schedules and instructions, preparing tickets and labels, and maintaining production-related forms.

The employee must maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation; communicate problems or safety concerns promptly; and work effectively with the team. Overtime may be required, and the employee must remain flexible about schedule changes and be able to work any shift as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, up to six months of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak effectively with employees of the organization.
• Ability to work as a team player, remain self-motivated and open-minded, and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to meet and maintain high-quality work standards and adapt quickly to new projects or assignments.
• Ability to work any shift as needed.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds and performing the listed movements and tasks.
• Ability to work around machinery and equipment, noise, dust, gas, fumes or chemicals, heights, and uneven ground, and to use special visual or auditory protective equipment as required.
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; the company is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

• English proficiency is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality standards when handling, packaging, and finishing products.
• Follow safety and operating policies and procedures for equipment, materials, and finished goods.
• Perform sanding, polishing, cleaning, assembly, and packing tasks as assigned.
• Ensure correct product quantities per carton and follow assembly and packaging requirements.
• Read and follow assembly schedules; accurately write tickets and make labels for work-in-progress or products.
• Verify box and UPC label accuracy against packaged products.
• Complete and maintain required production-related forms and data.
• Inspect products at each step of secondary and packaging processes for defects.
• Perform required post-molding operations and rework to meet quality standards.
• Remain flexible and work across packing and assembly operations.
• Maintain an organized workstation and follow housekeeping and safety practices.
• Report problems, issues, discrepancies, and questions to the Process Technician and/or Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Read and understand assembly, packaging, and secondary machinery operating instructions.
• Maintain reliable, consistent, and punctual attendance.
• Follow work-area safety procedures, wear required PPE, attend safety meetings, and report safety issues and hazardous conditions.
• Work effectively as a team member, give and receive feedback, and treat others with respect.
• Take ownership of work and behavior, accept accountability, encourage solutions, and communicate work status.
• Follow department quality standards and raise concerns to the immediate manager.
• Understand and demonstrate Cambro’s company culture and core values of Safety, Quality, Respect, and Service.
• Understand departmental key performance indicators and contribute to achieving them individually and as a team.
• Perform other duties as needed or required.
• Work overtime as needed and remain flexible regarding schedule changes to meet business needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED