What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Associate - VA Foam Plant position at Jackson Furniture Ind.?
Job summary:
Employees work either individually or as a team to in the manufacturing and distribution of sofas, loveseats, and chairs. This job requires manual dexterity, fine motor skills, and attention to detail to meet high quality standards.
Summary of essential job functions:
- Feed raw materials into production machinery
- Supply materials to other departments/team members
- Assemble furniture on production lines
- Use tools to assemble/manufacture furniture
- Monitor the production process
- Carry out basic quality and testing checks
- Store goods and raw materials properly in our warehouse
- Pack goods to be shipped
- Maintain work areas and equipment
- Inform management if problems arise
- Other duties to be performed as directed by supervisor(s)
Additional Requirements:
- Previous fast paced manufacturing experience strongly preferred
- Must have good hand-eye coordination
- Ability to use power tools (such as staple guns) to assemble parts
- Must perform job with safety as top priority
- Must be able to bend and lift parts throughout shift
- Must be able to stand on feet for entire shift (8 – 10 hours per day)
- Ability to show up to work on-time, every day, and take direction from supervisor(s) in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively on a daily basis
Benefits:
- 401K
- Medical
- Dental and Vision
- Life, Short Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Plans
- Family owned company for over 80 years
Legal Disclaimer: Jackson Furniture is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. It is our practice to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. All employment decisions and related entities will be made on merit, qualifications, and abilities. It is our policy and commitment to ensure equal opportunity is provided in all employment opportunities and practices, regardless of race, color, religion, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jackson Furniture is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
