Assembler- 1st Shift (5/8's or 4/10's)

Be part of a team that produces essential products for the medical field, food service industry, and other diverse sectors. Kent Elastomer Products (KEP) in Winesburg, Ohio, offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth.

About the role

The Assembler assembles tubes and components, performs visual inspections to ensure product compliance, and packages parts for shipment. This role requires strong eye/hand coordination to maintain quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Identify and verify product types according to order specifications.
• Remove defective materials following processing guidelines.
• Assemble components with precision and care.
• Package completed assemblies for shipment, adhering to packaging standards.
• Perform overhead tasks as assigned.
• Follow detailed instructions and production guidelines accurately.
• Ensure proper lot traceability for all products.

Requirements

• Excels in hands-on tasks and enjoys working in a production environment.
• Demonstrates a keen eye for detail and precision in assembly work.
• Adheres to stringent safety standards.
• Works well in a team and maintains a positive, proactive attitude.

Physical Activities

• Manual Dexterity: Good eye/hand coordination for quick assembly; responsive to tactile defects in tubing.
• Visual Activity: Ability to identify visual defects and color variations in tubing.
• Standing/Walking: Primarily requires standing, depending on task requirements.
• Pushing/Pulling: Ability to exert up to 20 lbs. of force.
• Lifting: Capable of lifting containers weighing up to 45 lbs. to a height of 5 feet.
• Documentation: Able to complete lot logs, notes, labels, and enter production data into a database.
• Reading: Competent in understanding instructions, identification tags, and lot numbers on labels.
• Mathematics: Proficiency in basic arithmetic, including fractions and decimals.

Pay

Starting wage of $17.15/hour, with an additional $0.75/hour for 2nd shift and $0.75/hour for 3rd shift.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401k with employer match.

Schedule

Full-time position.