Assembler

Company: Huttig Building Products
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: October 13, 2021

Job Description:

Assembler

FULL-TIME

$16.50/hr

Pays $13.50-$16.50/hr based on an individual’s skill and experience. Assemblers are in the production portion of the warehouse. These individuals are responsible for assembling and fabricating prepared components into prehung door units according to prescribed ordered sizes. Two main components of the job are prepping and assembling. Assemblers are typically trained by observing others and gradually moving up in job complexity
under instruction and supervision of other assemblers or an immediate supervisor. The work of an assembler is structured and repetitive, with work orders predetermined and similar tasks performed from one day to the next. Attention to detail,
accuracy of work, and commitment to safety are crucial. Over time, assemblers should become proficient in a multitude of
warehouse functions, and can move up to skilled assembler, assembler lead, assembler supervisor, and beyond.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
The prepping component of the job includes preparing materials or merchandise for assembly line production by:
o Reading provided tickets that identify materials needed
o Gathering prescribed materials from stock using forklifts, hand trucks, and rolling carts
o Placing materials in designated area for assembly
The assembling component of the job includes machining and/or assembling various millwork products such as
exterior and interior door units, wooden patios, Dutch doors, casing, and window units by:
Reading orders and identifying necessary modifications
Operating machinery that modifies the product
Preparing the product for shipment by applying casing, sleeves, stickers, etc.
Inspects the overall quality of assembled product throughout the assembly process
Responsible for the repair and disassembly of returned or defective millwork to prepare it for resale or return to
stock
Maintains a clear production area free of debris and properly stored and secured work materials, hardware, tools and
equipment
Responsible for attending all safety training and meetings, being aware of and complying with up-to-date OSHA and
company safety policy
Performs routine maintenance on all tools used including cleaning, oiling, checking to ensure proper functioning,
calibrating machines, checking measuring tool accuracy, and notifying a supervisor of larger repairs or malfunctions
Must be willing and able to be cross-trained and to handle all stations along the line

Shift start: 6:00AM
Shift length: 8 - 10 hours
M-F from 6:00am to 2:30pm

• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan

• Must pass drug screen
• Must pass background check
• Can lift 50 lbs
• Must be at least 18+ years old

Huttig, currently in its 135th year of business, is one of the largest domestic distributors of millwork, building materials and wood products used principally in new residential construction and in-home improvement, remodeling and repair work. Huttig distributes its products through 27 distribution centers serving 41 states. Huttig’s wholesale distribution centers sell principally to building materials dealers, national buying groups, home centers and industrial users, including makers of manufactured homes.

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