Assembler Position Do you have experience being an Assembler? Do you enjoy watching things come together? If so, we want you to join our team! Homesteader is a manufacturer of quality trailers that travel all of America's beautiful roadways! Founded in 1985, Homesteader has grown into one of the nation's leading manufacturers of enclosed cargo trailers, hydraulic dump trailers, motorcycle trailers, enclosed car haulers, auto trailers, and horse trailers. At Homesteader, our Team Members are our greatest strength. We pride ourselves in the design, craftsmanship, and quality that goes into every trailer we make.
What You'll Get:- Great Company Culture1st Shift - Monday–Friday is a typical schedule: 6 am or 7 am until 4:51 pm2 Plant shut downs: Christmas week - Fourth of July week (receive one week(s) paid vacation/holiday for Christmas/July 4th after 6 months of employment)
- Company Paid AirMed Care
- Company Uniforms available to rent (available after 30 days)
- Affordable Healthcare options: Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
- Full-Time available Monday - Friday schedule: Multiple positions available.
- Exterior Trimmer: As a Trimmer you will be trained to select the correct exterior aluminum extrusion and to properly install it using saws, screws and battery powered tools. Some work from small step ladders is required.
Plywood Installer: As a Plywood Installer you will be trained to install the proper Floor/Wall Sheets according to the production order using screws and battery powered tools. While most of the panels are precut some use of a battery powered circular saw may be required from time to time. Some work from small step ladders may be necessary in larger units.
Metal Hanger: You will be trained to select the correct precut side metal and to properly install it using screws and battery powered tools. Some work from small step ladders is required.
Roof Installer: You will be trained to select the correct precut roof metal and to properly install it using screws, battery powered tools and various sealants to properly install roofs on towable trailers. Work is performed from low (42" to 60") scaffolding.
Requirements:- Proven experience as assembler
- Ability to read a tape measure
- The ability to read production order sheet
- Ability in using tools (e.g. Battery Powered Drill, Portable Grinder) and machines (e.g. Band Saw, Table Saw)
- Good communication skills (verbal and written)
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and physical condition
High school diploma; Higher degree from a technical school will be appreciated, but not required.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, respirator, and hardhats. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
Note:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety. Homesteader is a Drug Free Workplace.
