Job Description:

Rite-HiteManufacturing Associates are responsible for the assembly, packaging, shipping, and sewing of products according to work orders, drawings and blueprints. Some of the duties include use of electrical and air powered hand tools such as drill presses, saws, riveters, sanders, hammers, handsaws, and routers. Crimp, stake, screw, glue, bolt and rivet parts together. Read, follow and assemble electrical products according to schematics. Complete assembly work as required using production drawings. Assemble Door-parts products, samples, and specials as per customer specifications. Products may be standard or include various product options. Sew units according to work orders, drawings and blueprints, using an industrial sewing machine.

Required Experience:

Rite-Hitesells the best, and we hire the best. Qualified candidates will possess a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. The ability to read blueprints, work orders, tape measure and use a computer required. Full and comprehensive training program provided.

Job Title: Manufacturing Associate
Corporation: Rite-Hite Doors Incorporated
Department: Operations
Reports To: Production Support Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Prepared By: Jennifer Wolf
Prepared Date: 03/09/2015 12:00:00 AM
Last Modified: 05/23/2019
Location: Dubuque, IA

PURPOSE:
This position is responsible for the assembly, packaging, shipping, and sewing of products according to work orders, drawings and blueprints.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Read and complete work orders and pick lists.

Operate fork lift/hoist/crane.

Operate pneumatic or electric tools, a variety of hand tools including hammers and hand saws.

Package and ship product. Generate shipping documents using a computer.

Complete assembly work as required using production drawings.

Weld plastic type material using heat and/or radio frequency.

Assemble Door-parts products, samples, and specials as per customer specifications. Products may be standard or include various product options.

Select, inspect, package, and ship daily orders.

This position is also responsible for proper packaging to ensure delivery of product in factory condition.

The Assembler may be required to do his/her own material handling including moving skids of raw materials as well as finished product via forklift.

Assist production planning team with part numbers, inventory counts, and other information as requested.

Call in special shipping carriers, generate export papers and operate UPS machine for small parcel shipments.

Assist department in maintaining inventory levels and cycle counting.

Work with design or industrial engineering on changes to existing products or training on new products.

Use production drawings.

Receive and respond to instructions provided by supervisor.

Position, design and fasten parts in specific relationship with each other.

Use jigs, fixtures and other assembly devices.

Use electrical and air powered hand tools such as drill presses, saws, riveters, sanders and routers.

Prepare and package product for shipment.

Crimp, stake, screw, glue, bolt and rivet parts together.

Read, follow and assemble electrical products according to schematics.

Disassemble and assemble as required.

Weld plastic type material using heat and/or radio frequency.

Keep accurate inventories.

Meet all quality standards per the latest engineering specifications.

Work at different work stations as production needs require.

Ensures proper storage and usage of hazardous and flammable materials.

Effectively communicates with other departments regarding completed parts or product to facilitate on time shipment.

Responsible for executing and supporting the quality system and procedures in the effort for continuous improvement.

Cuts material to prepare for sewing process.

Sew units according to work orders, drawings and blueprints, using an industrial sewing machine.

Guides parts under needle following edges, seams, guides on machine bed or markings on part.

Starts, stops, and controls speed of machine with pedal or knee lever.

Selects sewing supplies such as binding, braid, cord, piping, tape, thread, or welt, according to specifications or color of material. Observes stitching to detect defects and notifies supervisor or sewing machine repairer when defects are caused by machine malfunction.

Cross-train in the different sewing areas as needed.

Cuts excess thread or material.

Cleans and oils machine.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Assemble door products according to engineering specifications with the highest level of quality.

Meet schedule commitments required by each respective division.

Make suggestions for improvement to products and processes.

Complete quality assembly of Door-parts products while meeting established production standards.

Properly package product to ensure timely shipment as well as delivery of product in factory condition.

Perform material handling duties in a safe and effective manner.

Assemble and ship Door-parts product, samples and specials.

Call in special shipping carriers, generate export papers and operate UPS machine for small parcel shipments.

Assist department in maintaining inventory levels and cycle counting.

Responsible for executing and supporting the quality system and procedures in the effort for continuous improvement.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Rite-Hite is the global leader in the manufacture and distribution of industrial loading dock and door equipment. Our innovative products and world class sales organization ensure solid, consistent growth, both for our company and our staff. We are always looking ahead to develop innovative new products and services to improve our customers' safety, security, and productivity.

Rite-Hite provides competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and paid medical leave. We also provide a retirement savings plan that combines 401(K) with company match and profit sharing. Paid holidays, vacation, and up to five paid personal/sick days per year round out the package.

Rite-Hite is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer offering a drug free workplace for our customers and employees.