Assembler II

About Pelican

At Pelican, we engineer products that stand up to the world’s toughest conditions—because the people who rely on us do too. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been a trusted partner for military personnel, first responders, outdoor adventurers, and innovators who push the limits. With a global presence that includes 11 offices, 4 manufacturing facilities, and 4 custom case centers, we create high‑performance protective solutions that ensure our customers can focus on what matters most. Whether it’s transporting critical medical supplies, securing mission‑essential equipment, or keeping expedition gear safe, Pelican products are Built to Protect to Equip for the Mission. At Pelican, your work has a real‑world impact. You’ll be part of a team driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and the shared belief that when the mission is critical, failure isn’t an option.

What You’ll Do

• Use a variety of hand tools, fixtures, and work instructions to accurately assemble, inspect, and pack small, medium, and large injection‑molded protective cases.
• Assemble parts and drill holes according to verbal and SOP work instructions and document required information.
• Perform visual and in‑process inspections of parts during manufacturing to ensure quality requirements are met; determine acceptable and unacceptable parts.
• Pack completed product into boxes with customized labels to ensure identification and traceability to customer requirements.
• Perform re‑inspection, re‑work, sorting, and cleaning of plastic parts as requested.
• Rotate through different tasks on the assembly line.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Track Production Balance Sheets to prevent over runs.
• Operate auxiliary equipment such as drilling fixtures and pin installation fixtures.
• Stop material blender and close water circulation in the mold; return all equipment to the designated storage area upon work completion.

What We’re Looking For

• Demonstrated proficiency at operating 90% of manufacturing cases workstations as documented by training records.
• Must rotate throughout Manufacturing Cases and Component Molding.
• Ability to follow verbal and/or written instructions.
• Thorough understanding of large and small press operations, part numbers, names, and colors.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standard physical activities: standing, walking, sitting, using hands/fingers.
• Frequent non‑standard physical activities: climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Benefits

• Relaxed and casual work environment.
• Strong commitment to giving back to communities.
• Focus on employee satisfaction with regular feedback opportunities and structured performance evaluations.
• Competitive paid time off plans, holiday pay, and extra vacation purchase opportunities.
• 401(k) plan with immediate match.
• Great benefits, including pet insurance for animal lovers.
• Health Savings Account contribution.
• Wellness Discount Program.
• Global Mental Wellness Program.
• Quarterly Employee Celebration Days.
• Peer‑to‑Peer Recognition Program.
• Service Recognition Program.
• Exceptional Employee Satisfaction Scores.
• Ample free parking with EV charging station.
• Employee discount program on Pelican Products, Pelican‑branded apparel, and gear.
• Employee referral program – paid referrals.
• Prime location – minutes away from the beach.
• Established reputable brand offering premium products, providing pride in representing Pelican.