Position Summary:

The Assemby-Pack Operator works in the woodshop performing various task to help team meet production, quality, and service delivery goals. This person will work through effective utilization of resources and is responsible for meeting or exceeding customer expectations through coordination, and value based leadership of manufacturing processes, organization and lean processes.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Works with the team completing work assignments congruent with operations schedules and communicated goals for shift
• Accurately picks material according to production label and replenishes as necessary, safely operating a forklift
• Safely use various hand tools such as chop saw, band saw, pneumatic nail gun, drills, and staple guns. Accurately calibrate calipers, go no-go gauges and torque gauges
• Assembles product according to work instructiosn and visual aids, inspect finished products prior to packing.
• Positions and secures completed pieces in correct packaging, building custom pallets according to dimensions of articles
• Facilitates a focus on continuous improvement through the application of lean manufacturing principles, 5S principles, and quality control practices
• Works with department to ensure all processes, equipment, safety, and housekeeping of the areas, meeting productions quality and quality standards on the shift
• Inspects product for defects and work closely with production operators and quality to identify root-causes and corrective actions to maintain quality standards
• Performs other related duties as directed by the Production Supervisor or Lead

Qualifications, Skills and Education

Required Qualification:

• Detail Oriented
• Teamwork and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably wood products

Working Conditions:

• Non-temperature controlled environment
• Work overtime as needed to complete daily production schedule

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged standing/walking
• Lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50lbs

Perks and Benefits

We hope that you’re excited by the possibilities that come along with working at Exemplis! With us, TEAM comes first. We bring integrity, passion, and excellence to work each day. Being part of our team means living our core values and thriving in an environment of constant innovation and positive change.
In addition to our unique culture, we also offer these fun perks and benefits.

• Competitive Salary: Our salary formula is a national benchmark that adjusts to your cost of living, job duties, years of experience, skill set, and education.

• Health Insurance: We offer a variety of health insurance options (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for all of our team members. Eligible the first month following your start date.

• Time Off: Taking time off to recharge is a must whether it is for your personal health or vacation; paid time off starts accruing day 1!

• Observed Holidays: 10 company observed holidays: New Years, Martin Luther King, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day.

• Employee Discounts across all of our product lines.

• Hit our Numbers Lunch: When we hit out monthly milestones, we all celebrate!

• Tuition Scholarships: Partnership with UMASS Global for 10%-20% off tuition for you and/or your family.

About Us:

It all started in a small warehouse in California with just three employees, a fax machine and a bell that rang out every time a chair came down the conveyor belt. Over 25 years later, we’re the #1 manufacturer of task chairs in the U.S. and continue to lead, innovate and disrupt across an array of industries.

We are proud to be a part of Exemplis and its growing family of brands, which includes Timbuk2, X-Chair, Mavix, HealthyBack, Edloe Finch, and Albany Park.

Exemplis has headquarters, offices and retail stores across the U.S. (plus a variety of remote work opportunities). Learn more and apply today.

Exemplis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and our company adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. Read our full statement on our careers page.