Job Description Shop Hand – General Laborer Trainee
Approved Date: August 8/27/2024
Purpose:
Looking to find a dynamic production team-member to learn and master multiple facets of our manufacturing plant. Primarily to support production work-flow, learn and master upholstery & commercial furniture manufacturing.
Reports to:
Production Manager
Pay: $19.22 - $22.65/HR. (DOE)
Benefits, PTO, 401K offered.
Supervises:
N/A
FLSA:
Hourly Non-Exempt (hourly rate plus overtime). Standard company benefits outlined in Employee Handbook.
Education/Experience Required:
High School Diploma/GED
1-3 years production experience in a manufacturing environment.
Valid Driver’s License
Primary Responsibilities:
Must be able to communicate effectively.
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
Framing construction knowledge a plus.
Able to use basic hand power tools.
Able to measure accurately
Basic upholstery knowledge a plus
Learn and master laminating
Learn and master foam applications
Able to use and understand ERP / Computer functions
Ability to read drawings a plus
530AM – 2:30 PM Mon-Friday. Overtime may be required.
Skills/Attributes Required:
Self-Starter - Highly motivated self-starter with results orientation to complete tasks within time frame set.
Stress Management - Ability to work calmly under pressure. Able to thrive in a fast-paced and deadline orientated environment.
Decision Maker – Able to weigh the risks and make critical prioritization decisions.
Conflict Resolution – Able to defuse and resolve potential customer/company disagreements, misunderstandings, varying opinions, personality conflicts or misunderstandings. Able to empathize with customer needs and recognize the effect on accounts; prepare correction documents as required.
Accuracy & Attention to Detail – Paying close attention to detail and being accurate is imperative.
Communicator - English language with good verbal and written communication skills. Able to communicate and interact effectively in English with customers, sales, management, staff, suppliers, and production personnel.
Teamwork - Able to work with others in the form of a team and in a friendly manner. Clear understanding of the Company’s policies and standards of behavior. Follows all safety rules and guidelines.
Time Management - Able to plan ahead to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner. Plans and organizes a personal daily work routine.
Results Oriented – Driven to help achieve operational and budget goals.
Reliability & Trustworthiness – Realizes the importance of external and internal customer service. Always ensure that what is promised, is carried out.
Planner – Plans for future opportunities. Displays and encourages a planned approach to everyday work activities.
Honest – Displays a straight and honest approach to directors, customers, vendors, contractors and staff.
Learner – Able to learn new tasks and skills to enhance performance in current position. Able to quickly master essential job required software programs.
Physical Capabilities - Ability to sit, stand &/or walk for long periods of time, if required. Able to bend, kneel, stoop, lift and carry. Able to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted.
MVR – Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Report in accordance with company requirements.
Hours – Ability to work early morning or late evening, if required, for particular customer job.
