Assembly Operator Jobs

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the operation of assembly equipment to manufacture plastic parts for cooler related products meeting quality and production standards.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Reports any activity or machinery that is unsafe to the Line Lead and/or Supervisor
• Relieves other Machine Operators as needed
• Supports Line Leaders as requested
• Follows all safety policies and procedures
• Meets both Efficiency and Quality standards at all times while working on the lines
• Adheres to dress code and hair policy
• Performs activities including screw gunning, foaming, cleaning and drain plug operation
• Train operators as required
• Manually assembles parts by following specific work instructions
• Wears all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times
• May be required to work mandatory overtime and/or irregular hours and/or on irregular days to complete assignments and meet business needs
• Maintains good housekeeping practices in their work area and all common areas
• Complies with the company’s quality policy at all times
• Monitors parts/product for quality issues and notifies the Line Lead, Quality, Supervisor or Manager if a discrepancy is detected
• Participates in Continuous Improvement Initiatives
• Understands the escalation process in case he/she is not receiving the proper tools, training and guidance
• Places fully assembled items in boxes into their designated locations
• Other duties as assigned
• Monitors the assembly machinery for proper functionality and contact line lead or supervisor if any defects in the line or machinery are detected
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

• Math skills Basic
• Minimum height requirement of 60 inches
• Language skills Able to read, write, speak and comprehend either English or Spanish
• Physical Demands
• Able to lift a maximum of 35 lbs. multiple times a day during a 12 hour shift floor to waist level
• Able to push up to 35 lbs. on rollers or wheels
• No previous experience required
• Work environment Manufacturing environment is hot and humid in summer months, cold during winter months. High noise level requires use of hearing protection
• Bend and stand in difficult positions up to 12 hours
• Able to lift overhead up to 35 lbs. repetitively
• Must have solid attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience One (1) year manufacturing assembly experience
• Education High School diploma or equivalent

Tools & Equipment used

• Power tools (screw gun)
• Measuring tools

Igloo’s Code of Coolness

WE WIN AS A TEAM - Each of us is an expert in our role and we work together to meet our goals. We value communication, honesty and respect and operate with a high degree of integrity. Each one of us makes a difference every day.

WE HAVE FUN - Coolers are a fun business. While we take our work seriously, we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We celebrate our successes as individuals and as a team.

WE FAIL FAST - There are few decisions that any of us make that can’t be reversed. We take calculated risks and we hold ourselves accountable for the results. We change course when necessary and we learn from our mistakes. We win because we’re willing to fail.

WE’RE SCRAPPY - We treat the business as if it were our own. We do more with less and we have a high sense of urgency to meet the needs of our consumers and customers.

WE HAVE A POSITIVE CAN-DO ATTITUDE - We see opportunity where others see risk. We go above and beyond our role to get things done for our customers and our teammates.