Assembler - Corporate Drive - Kirkwood

***This is a temporary position and will be hired through a staffing agency. After 6 months of employment, eligible employees will be able to post for full time, regular positions within The Raymond Corporation.

Job Title: Assembler - Corporate Drive

About our company:

The Raymond Corporation is a member of the Toyota Industries family of companies. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, innovation and growth. Our Associates are the foundation of our continued success. If you're innovative and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.

About the team:

We are passionate about delivering quality products and services to our expanding network of customers. We are Always Advancing, Always Improving, and our Commitment is Always On. In 2024 Raymond expanded it's LiftRight Operations into Corporate Drive, Kirkwood, New York. We are a close-knit group of hardworking manufacturing and warehouse professionals looking to add to our dynamic team.

About the position:

As a world-class Assembler you will follow diagrams, use hand and power tools for mechanical, hydraulic and/or electronic assembly. Perform work under direct supervision from supervisor/manager, assistant team leader (ATL) or other departmental lead. Handle basic issues and problems and refer more complex issues to others. You will:

You will:

• Receive required parts and follow step-by-step diagrams and/or work instructions to assemble and/or reassemble low mix/high volume sub-assembly components.
• Visually inspect own work prior to next operation. Make adjustments as necessary.
• Use computer to ensure inventories of required supplies are kept at appropriate levels. Notify supervisor of shortages.
• Stack and/or move work following material handling and safety procedures. May use overhead cranes/hoists and lift trucks to move heavy materials.
• Follow standard work to complete tasks.
• Support the Company's 5S program in an effort to maintain work area, equipment and supplies in a neat, organized manner.
• Make recommendations to change outdated or ineffective procedures through the kaizen process.
• Support Toyota Production System (TPS) driven processes and activities.
• May be required to teardown, clean, repair, rebuild, and reassemble previously built assemblies.
• Perform related work as assigned.
• Regular attendance in the workplace is required for interaction with others and to support teamwork.

About the schedule:

This position is 1st shift and will work 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

About the work environment:

Works in a factory setting. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required in accordance with Company policy. For forklift operation, required to obtain and maintain Forklift Driver Certification through the Company and operate the forklift in a safe manner. Required to stand for long periods of time and manually lift/move/manipulate parts up to 50 pounds or use cranes/hoists to move heavier materials. Temperatures may be extreme; elevated in the summer, cold in the winter. Needs to be able to cope with stressors and demands that are associated with the job and/or the work environment so that acceptable and defined levels of performance are maintained.

About you:

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
• This is an entry-level position; no previous experience is required. However, at least three or more moths old manufacturing related experience is preferred.

About the total compensation package:

Wage - $18.50 - $19.00 per hour. Compensation depends on the selected candidate's education and experience.

• A High School Diploma or GED is preferred.
• This is an entry-level position; no previous experience is required. However, at least three or more months of manufacturing related experience is preferred.