Assembler I

KMW LTD • Lyons, KS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assembler I performs a variety of functions in assembling company products, including cleaning, bagging, boxing, assembly, testing, crating, and shipping. The role involves gathering and inspecting parts, assembling products with hand tools and overhead hoists, testing completed products, and crating them. Other duties may be assigned.

KMW offers manufacturing job training, opportunities for advancement, cross-training in multiple assembly positions, a four-level pay grade scale, and yearly performance-based wage reviews. The position is based at the Lyons, Kansas facility and is a first-shift, full-time role. Overtime and weekend availability are required.

Requirements

• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to read and comprehend oral and written instructions.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding when carrying out instructions.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and use measuring devices.
• Physical dexterity to assemble parts.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Must own basic assembly tools to complete defined tasks.
• Good attendance and a commitment to safety.
• Must be able to work overtime and have weekend availability.
• 0–1 years of experience in an assembly work environment or a related field.
• Ability to work effectively with minimum supervision after training.
• Willingness to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move 25–50 pounds.
• Must be comfortable with heights.
• Must complete a drug screen and Physical Capacity Profile test.
• Use of machinery and tools requires safety equipment, including steel-toe shoes or boots with permanently attached metatarsal guards, hearing protection, gloves, and safety glasses.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED is highly recommended.
• Prior mechanical assembly experience.

Responsibilities

• Gather parts required for assembly.
• Inspect parts for paint quality.
• Assemble products using hand tools and overhead hoists.
• Test or assist in testing the operation of completed products.
• Crate products.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Meet production goals within established time guidelines.
• Follow safety requirements and use required personal protective equipment.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Automatic 6% enrollment in 401(k), with a 4% company match
• 401(k) loan program
• Paid time off
• 9 paid holidays
• Incentive bonus plan based on sales and attendance
• Overtime opportunity
• Personal protective equipment allowance upon meeting eligibility requirements
• Job training and opportunities for advancement
• Four-level pay grade scale
• Performance-based yearly wage reviews
• Shift differential for second and third shifts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed