Furniture Manufacturing Technician - Top Line

General Purpose

This position assembles furniture products and/or related parts in a manufacturing setting at a standard rate of work based upon customer demand and lean manufacturing principles to satisfy the customer and to provide high quality products delivered in a timely manner. Problem solves with the assistance of other team members and seeks continuous improvement activities. The position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible. Required to learn additional functions through cross-training in other departments.

Essential Functions

• Perform hands-on production tasks related to furniture/component production in accordance with established work instructions and quality standards.
• Read, interpret, and follow written and verbal production instructions, work orders, and technical documentation.
• Operate basic production tools and equipment safely and efficiently; inspect equipment prior to use and report any safety, quality, or mechanical concerns to the supervisor.
• Inspect furniture components and finished surfaces to ensure proper application, appearance, and adherence to quality requirements.
• Accurately complete required production, quality, and inventory documentation to support manufacturing records and traceability.
• Rotate through multiple production workstations and demonstrate the ability to perform at least 75% of departmental technician functions at established cycle times.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with 5S standards and departmental safety guidelines.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement, teamwork, and problem-solving activities within the department and across departments as needed.
• Work overtime as required to support production schedules and customer demand.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance based on scheduled work hours.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support production goals and overall business objectives.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience: One of the following is required: (1) High school diploma or its equivalent (GED for example), (2) work experience which demonstrates performance competency.

Skills And Abilities: Competent in basic math skills such as counting, adding, and subtracting. Ability to work cooperatively within the team as well as with members of other teams to meet goals. Demonstrated willingness to adapt to a continually changing environment.

Physical Demands

• Required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 10 lbs, frequently lift and move up to 25 lbs, and occasionally lift and move up to 40 lbs.
• Required to communicate and to be able to see with or without correction.

Who We Hire

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at careers_help@millerknoll.com.