Assembler Trainee

Description

The KMW Difference: We combine innovative engineering, modern manufacturing technology, and expert craftsmen to have all the right ingredients for building great front-end loaders and backhoes. That’s why we have a 30-year track record of success and are continuing to grow at a rapid pace.

We are looking for high energy and highly motivated individuals who take pride in their work. To advance in your career and compensation level we will cross-train you in multiple assembly positions. If this sounds like you…. We invite you to apply and come grow with KMW located in beautiful Sterling, KS.

Summary:

Performs a variety of functions in the assembly of company products, including parts cleaning, bagging, boxing, assembly, testing, crating, and shipping.

Primary Function:

• Gathers parts required to be painted.
• Inspects parts for paint quality and removes from paint line conveyor.
• Assembles and boxes mount kits and subassemblies.
• Assembles main products, using hand tools and overhead hoists.
• Test or assist in testing operation of completed product.
• Crates products.
• Other duties as assigned.

Wage is commensurate with experience: Professional manufacturing work environment, with job training and opportunities for advancement.

• 4 level pay grade scale
• Shift differential for 2^nd and 3^rd shifts
• Performance based wage reviews bi-yearly

Supplemental Pay:

• Incentive bonus plan based on sales and attendance
• Opportunity for overtime

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term disability
• FSA & HSA accounts
• Automatic 6% enrollment in 401(k), with 4% 401(k) company match.
• 401(k) Loan program
• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Ability to work well under pressure. Must be able to read and comprehend both oral and written instructions.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints and use measuring devices.
• Physical dexterity to assemble parts.
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail.
• Must own basic assembly tools to complete defined tasks.
• Good attendance is a must and safety are a priority.
• Must be able to work overtime and have weekend availability.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 0-1 years of experience in an assembly work environment or related field
• Effectively work with minimum supervision after training.
• Demonstrate willingness to work in a team environment.
• Effectively meet production goals within established time guidelines.
• Operation of machinery and tools requires the use of safety equipment to include, but not limited to steel toe shoes/boots, hearing protections, gloves, and safety glasses. Personal protective equipment allowance provided by company upon meeting eligibility requirements.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior mechanical assembly experience
• Painting experience a plus
• Ability to work well under pressure. Must be able to understand and adhere to both written and oral instructions.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:  Must be able to meet, with or without reasonable accommodation, the physical requirements associated with the essential functions of this position.

• Must regularly be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move 25-50 pounds.
• Highly active position that requires standing, walking, and bending all day.
• Regularly required to stand; use hands to fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• Must be comfortable with heights.
• Facility is not climate controlled. Excessive heat and cold are factors.
• Regularly exposed to loud noise and dust.

Drug screen and Physical Capacity Profile test is required. Safety and attendance are a priority.