Manufacturing I

Rite-Hite • Horn Lake, MS

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About The Position

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you’ll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that’s always looking ahead. PURPOSE AND SCOPE This position is responsible assembling mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components to customer supplied specifications. This position is required to follow established safety procedures in and around the production area, to comprehend and conform to established quality guidelines, and to demonstrate good housekeeping skills in the work area and on the production floor. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The incumbent may be responsible for other specific and essential duties and responsibilities with respect to each of the skills set regardless of certification status. Operate small hand tools such as power screwdrivers, overhead crane, banding and testing equipment, air tools and hammers in a safe, prescribed manner. Meet the set daily production rate for the department. Read and complete necessary forms and documentation including work orders, inspection sheets and log sheets. Properly set up, assembly all current models and standard options in compliance with product specifications to ensure customer satisfaction. Sets up component parts in a secure position using bolts, clamps or tack welds. Follow established quality, safety and production procedures. Locate and retrieve appropriate production materials as required. Assemble products to engineering specification with the highest level of quality. Make suggestions for improvement to products and processes. Participate in Lean Manufacturing events including Kaizen events, 5S activities and other training.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and at least three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and utilize a tape measure.
• Ability to complete paperwork as required.
• Ability to read and understand prints in relation to part size and dimensions and specifications.
• Ability to utilize computer system needed to identify component location
• Ability to read a limited number of two-and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
• Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Ability to add, subtracts, multiply, and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Responsibilities

• Operate small hand tools such as power screwdrivers, overhead crane, banding and testing equipment, air tools and hammers in a safe, prescribed manner.
• Meet the set daily production rate for the department.
• Read and complete necessary forms and documentation including work orders, inspection sheets and log sheets.
• Properly set up, assembly all current models and standard options in compliance with product specifications to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Sets up component parts in a secure position using bolts, clamps or tack welds.
• Follow established quality, safety and production procedures.
• Locate and retrieve appropriate production materials as required.
• Assemble products to engineering specification with the highest level of quality.
• Make suggestions for improvement to products and processes.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing events including Kaizen events, 5S activities and other training.

Benefits

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.
• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.
• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees