Lafayette Service Center Production Assembler Direct Hire

Multiple Openings for Production Assemblers Kirby Risk Service Center   Are you looking for an opportunity for growth? Do you comprehend a variety of semi-skilled assembly duties? Do you know tools, equipment, techniques, and safety precautions? If you take pride in your work and have awesome communication skills, you could be our next Production Assembler – Training at the Kirby Risk Service Center. This role is a good fit for you if you value and possess the following:  A High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience. Strong ability to accurately measure, use tools, interpret visual aids, discern color, and perform simple shop math. Listen effectively when others are speaking. Strong attention to detail with the ability to read & follow written and verbal instructions Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong ability to detect and correct quality problems and have computer literacy We would love to talk to you if you: Participate in Continuous Improvement efforts regularly Awareness of production demands to ensure customer shipment deadlines are met Guarantee performance outcomes in alignment with established departmental goals Manages and works effectively to complete training assigned and monitored on the matrix Demonstrate proficiency as a continuous learner Are committed to supporting and participating in continuous improvement efforts using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma concepts Physical Requirements include:   Ability to push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs. Ability to stand and work with arms at or above shoulder height for extended periods of time  Ability to stand for the duration of the assigned shift Able to lift floor to waist, lift waist to shoulder, and lift floor to up to 72” Able to reach 72” to operate the Braider* Make coordinated arm, hand, and finger movements Ability to use hand tools requiring grasping, pinching, twisting, pushing, and pulling motions ** Use hands repetitively to operate, finger, handle, or feel standard production equipment. and reach with hands and arms. Ability to safely move throughout the production floor Flexible to work shift, overtime and weekends when required Hours are primarily First Shift 6 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.    Second Shift 3:30 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.