Gluer/Bonder (Operator B)
Carpenter Co. · Hickory, NC · Yesterday
On-siteManagementFull-time
About the role
At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another - all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!
We have an immediate opening for a Gluer on 3rd shift in our Longview manufacturing plant. The successful candidate will assemble foam, fiber, and other sub-components into fabricated furniture cushions, ensuring production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence.
Responsibilities
- Receive and understand instructions from the glue line coordinator, Supervisor, or Management
- Follow work instructions to assure proper construction of mattresses
- Adhere to established glue line production procedures
- Assemble using specified gluing procedures, components into product according to customer requirements
- Handle cushions that may be larger, awkward, or bulky, weighing up to approximately 30-35 pounds
- Clean gluing equipment and perform appropriate scheduled maintenance
- Maintain steady work pace in a high-volume atmosphere
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions
- Must be able to work flexible hours, some weekends, and holidays
- Must be able to work with little or no supervision
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. repeatedly throughout the entire shift
- Must have stable work history
Preferred qualifications
- Prior experience as a Gluer in fiber and foam preferred
Non-essential functions
- Assists with inventory, as required
- Other duties as assigned by management
Schedule
Sunday-Thursday 8:30 pm - 5:00 am, depending on business needs
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including excellent health insurance
- Generous profit-sharing plan
- Tuition reimbursement after 1 year of service
- Long-term career opportunities in a stable industry and clean working environment