Assembly Associate - 1st & 3rd Shift

Kinetico believes in treating its employees with respect. They play a vital role in enabling our innovation, growth and success. We strive to provide them with opportunities to grow in a motivating environment.

About the role

Kinetico is seeking full-time team members to join our Newbury Assembly teams! The Entry Level Drinking Water and Softener Assembler, under direct supervision, assembles products according to work instructions and production specifications.

Schedule

1st shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
3rd shift: 9:30 PM – 6:00 AM

Responsibilities

• Learns differences in various drinking water or softener products and their component parts.
• Develops assembly skills towards meeting daily quantity and quality expectations.
• Works from daily production schedule.
• Follows established job instructions to assemble products according to specification.
• Learns to test assembled products for adherence to quality standards.
• Learns to package product according to job instructions and specifications.
• Begins cross training on multiple product lines.
• Scans work order to record product completion and to flush inventory at required intervals.
• Maintains a clean and organized work space.
• Communicates with supervisor regarding stock replenishments and missing parts and poses questions that will increase learning or exchange information on current operations.
• Other duties may be required that fall within the scope and general level of responsibility attached to the role.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required, or one (1) year experience in similar environments
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Ability to learn assembly operations
• Ability to use hand tools and work with small parts
• Good organizational skills
• General computer skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Reliable with positive attitude and flexible approach

Physical Effort and Work Environment

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, pushing and reaching
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and maneuvering up to 100 pounds with a dolly
• Frequently exposed to oil and noise
• Exposure to heat or cold due to seasonal changes

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance Coverage
• Employer Provided Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits
• 401(k) Contribution Matching Program
• Employer Funded Defined Contribution Plan
• Paid Vacation, Holidays and Community Service Volunteer Time-off Benefit
• Wellness Program
• Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program

About Kinetico

Founded in 1970, Kinetico pioneered the development of non-electric, fully automatic water treatment systems. In the years since, we have grown into a global company of independent Kinetico water experts and international distributors serving more than 100 countries. We offer complete water systems that deliver only the highest quality water for general use and drinking. We back every piece of our equipment with industry-leading warranties. Our approach reflects our deep commitment to preserving and conserving fresh water, one of our planet's most precious and endangered natural resources.

Kinetico is part of the Axel Johnson Group of companies, a global organization and fifth-generation company that continues to be successful in developing leading businesses.