General Production Associate I

Merrill Manufacturing Co • Storm Lake, IA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Merrill Manufacturing is North America’s leading manufacturer of parts and accessories to the water, well, and irrigation industries. We are a family-owned company known for our incredible service and quality products. Our values guide everything we do, and as an employee of Merrill, you will be expected to do the right thing, share your passion for the brand, have a can-do, will-do attitude, think of we before me, and be part of the solution.

The General Production Associate I will help assemble products and monitor manufacturing equipment for product defects. This person will work closely with other production workers to check product quality and complete assembly tasks by set deadlines. They will also be responsible for using warehouse equipment like forklifts to organize and retrieve products ahead of shipments.

Requirements

• HS Diploma/GED.
• Must be able to bend, kneel, stand, walk, and reach as well as stand for minimum of 8 hours daily/as scheduled.
• Must be able to lift 20-70 lbs on and off at various times throughout the shift.
• Capable of performing duties without direct supervision.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Pre-employment background and drug screening required.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift experience helpful but not required.
• Ideal candidates must be a self-starter, safety minded, and highly motivated with mechanical knowledge and skill.

Responsibilities

• Assembles products in accordance with set specifications and quantities.
• Operates machinery within assembly process.
• Produces the required quantity of parts within established specifications and tolerances.
• Performs periodic checks on equipment and solve problems as detected.
• Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustments and maintenance.
• Paints parts either by wet paint or powder coat
• Observes and follows company safety rules and regulations.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• flexible spending accounts
• 401K with generous match
• paid time off including nine (9) holidays
• flexible schedule with work/life balance

What This Job Offers

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