Knife Assembler - 1st shift, M-TH, starting at 20.39hr

Stanley Black & Decker • Jackson, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Knife Assembler performs a variety of operations to assemble and label knives and pack products using blister-packing equipment. The position is located in Jackson, Tennessee, and is listed for first shift, Monday through Thursday, with a starting wage of $20.39 per hour.

The assembler places parts on a bench or in a fixture and fits component parts during assembly, applies labels to knife bodies, visually inspects products, sorts defects according to quality criteria, and moves completed parts to appropriate containers. The role also involves setting aside defective items for rework or scrap; loading cards, blisters, and products onto the blister-packing machine; activating the machine’s sealing operation; and packing finished products.

The job requires a high school diploma or GED and manufacturing experience. Physical requirements include occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds, regularly lifting or moving up to 10 pounds, and having close vision.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Manufacturing experience.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Close vision.

Responsibilities

• Assemble knives by placing parts on a bench or in a fixture and fitting component parts.
• Apply the proper label to knife bodies.
• Visually inspect products and sort defects according to quality criteria.
• Move completed parts to the appropriate container.
• Set aside obvious defects for rework or scrap.
• Load cards, blisters, and products onto the blister-packing machine.
• Activate the blister-packing equipment to seal products.
• Pack finished products.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, and vision benefits.
• Wellness program.
• Disability benefits.
• 401(k) and retirement benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid time off, including paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and other partner programs.
• Career development opportunities and access to learning resources, including Lean Academy and an online university.

What This Job Offers

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