Production Assembly Operator

Blum, Inc • Stanley, NC

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About The Position

Blum USA is seeking a detail-oriented, motivated Production Assembly Operator to join its production team. The operator runs and maintains automated assembly machines, inspects materials and finished products, and supports continuous improvement. The role works closely with team leaders, mechanics, and quality personnel to maintain smooth production flow. It requires working the third shift, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., and overtime as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Frequent lifting, bending, reaching, standing, walking, and driving a stand-up forklift.
• Occasional overhead work and stair climbing.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Start up and shut down machines.
• Replenish materials for insertion workstations and prepare for upcoming orders.
• Visually inspect incoming materials and insert profiles and components into automated machines.
• Insert components and maintain insertion rates aligned with machine cycle times.
• Inspect, package, and palletize finished products for warehouse transfer.
• Make boxes, remove cardboard and trash, and strap Blum boxes.
• Operate, troubleshoot, set up, and clean assembly machines.
• Conduct quality checks on TANDEM drawer slides and report and control scrap.
• Train new employees on processes, safety, and machine operations.
• Obtain and maintain a stand-up forklift license.
• Support position rotations due to relief needs or absenteeism.
• Create and attach Label Units (LUs) to palletized goods.

Benefits

• Hourly position with overtime.
• Competitive base rate of $22.55 per hour.
• Shift premiums of $1.00 per hour for second or third shift.
• Possible bonus opportunities.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Flexible spending account for eligible health, dental, and vision expenses.
• Three weeks of vacation starting the second year on the job.
• Term life insurance equal to annual salary at no cost to the employee.

What This Job Offers

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