Assembler

Department:               Manufacturing                                      Job Status:                   Full-time

FLSA Status:               Non-exempt                                         Travel Required:         N/A

Reports To:                 Work Center Supervisor                        Positions Supervised:  N/A

Work Schedule:           7:00am – 3:30pm, plus mandatory overtime as needed.

General Description

This position works as part of a team assembling a variety of MDI products to the highest standards of quality, efficiency and safety. 

Principle Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of tasks, including but not limited to; notch, punch, clip, assemble and package material.
• Operate various hand tools and equipment, including but not limited to; air unit, double ram press, hand drill, rivet gun, belt sander, hand file, staple gun, glue gun, bander, spring plugger and foam machine.
• Ensure tasks are completed accurately based on Work Center Supervisor’s instructions and/or information contained in the shop packet.  
• Work as a team with other Assemblers to ensure each step of the assembly process is completed accurately and efficiently.
• Look for ways to improve processes within the work center.  Offer ideas and contribute to implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in cross-training others in the work center to improve efficiency and knowledge of team.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and maintain equipment in proper condition.
• Participate in safety trainings and ensure compliance of all Company safety standards.
• Exemplify a professional work demeanor upholding the Company Core Values.  
• All other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications/Skills

• Excellent attendance, dependable, on-time ready to work
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment to accomplish assigned tasks.
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Ability to perform basic wiring or sewing tasks, if applicable
• License is required for powered material handling equipment, the walkie, if applicable
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• Physical Demands/Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand and to use hands and arms to move parts.  The employee is frequently required to walk, and is occasionally required to stoop or kneel.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibrations.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.  Ear protection is required where designated.

MDI Worldwide, located in Farmington Hills, Michigan, designs, plans, builds and delivers exceptional retail and consumer-immersion experiences where it matters.  Our team of researchers, artists, inventors, fabricators, and assemblers work with some of the biggest names in retail, fashion, petroleum, quick service restaurants and more.  An Equal Employment Opportunity employer.