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General Labor

American Seating

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Grand Rapids, MI
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Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

TITLE: General Labor
REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor
EXEMPTION STATUS: Union UAW - Hourly


POSITION SUMMARY: Final build for transportation seating products. 


PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Reads and comprehends blueprints, instructions and follows all established procedures.
  • Verifies all material and equipment needed is available to begin the process.
  • Takes measurements to ensure perfect fit of components.
  • Selects or modifies components according to measurements and specifications.
  • Aligns material and puts together parts to build complex seating units.
  • Perform all necessary system transactions.
  • Ensure all products meet quality standards.
  • Maintains equipment and workspace in good condition.
  • Inputs production quantities and time data into ERP.
  • Reports on issues, malfunction, or defective parts.
  • Adheres to all safety guidelines and procedures. 
  • Other duties as assigned. 
     

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • High School Diploma or GED 
  • 1+ years of relevant experience

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Technical knowledge and ability to read blueprints, drawings, engineer grade tape measures (includes decimals) etc.
  • Ability to use tools:
  • Power air tools, clamps, battery powered drills, impact wrenches.
  • Drill press.
  • Simple tooling set up.
  • Good understanding of quality control principles.
  • Good communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Ability to work with fiberglass.
  • Ability to work regular schedules set forth by the Management team.

 
WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Standing for entire shift.
  • Able to lift up to 40 pounds.
  • Exposure to metal dust and fiberglass.
  • Repetitive arm/hand motions.
  • Able to twist, bend, stoop as needed.
  • Safety glasses are required.