Production Assemblers Wage

Production Assemblers - Gorham, ME

Production Assembler

Job Title:

Production Assembler Pay: $19/Hr. Bonus Opportunities: $500 sign-on bonus + 6% bonus on wages earned during your first 90 days - paid after 90 days Performance bonus of 2% to 8% - paid every 6 months Friday overtime & 10% additional wage bonus for Friday

Location:

Gorham, Maine

Start Date:

ASAP Looking for a stable, hands-on manufacturing career where you can learn new skills and advance? Join the Manufacturing team in Gorham, Maine! As a Production Assembler, you'll perform hands-on assembly work to produce accessories, gas stoves, and wood stoves/inserts. You'll work on a production line where tasks can vary depending on the model being produced. You'll assemble components, use pneumatic equipment, apply paint and touch-ups, and work at different stations as production needs require.

No prior manufacturing experience is necessary — training is provided.

What You'll Do As a Production Assembler, you will:

• Perform repetitive assembly operations on production lines
• Assemble accessories and gas and wood stoves/inserts
• Place parts in the specified relationship to one another
• Bolt, clip, screw, cement, and otherwise fasten parts together
• Apply paint to cast iron components in a paint booth while wearing a respirator
• Apply touch-up paint as needed according to safety guidelines
• Operate pneumatic hoists to lift stove components weighing 35+ pounds
• Work at different workstations as production needs require
• Perform different assembly tasks as various stove models move along the production line
• Maintain staging areas and keep traffic lanes open
• Remove pallets, break down Euro crates, remove trash, and recycle cardboard
• Empty the cardboard crusher when full
• Follow Lean manufacturing processes
• Participate in ergonomic evaluations and daily stretch breaks
• Follow all safety and quality procedures
• Work cooperatively with coworkers and supervisors
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring We're looking for dependable people who are willing to learn and work as part of a team. High school diploma or GED equivalent No prior manufacturing or assembly experience necessary Willingness to learn basic computer skills Ability to follow instructions and pay attention to detail Reliable attendance and strong work ethic Ability to work cooperatively with coworkers Good judgment and problem-solving skills Strong safety awareness Ability to adapt to changes in the workplace Ability to work effectively under pressure Willingness to learn new assembly processes and skills

Physical Requirements This is a hands-on manufacturing position requiring standing, walking, reaching, handling materials, and repetitive movements throughout the workday. The position may require:
Standing for extended periods Frequent walking and handling/fingering Frequent reaching, including above shoulder level Frequently handling/lifting 10 lbs or less Occasional lifting of 11–50 lbs Occasional lifting of 51–100 lbs Operating a pneumatic hoist to lift stove components weighing 35+ lbs Occasional squatting, kneeling, and bending Frequent pushing/pulling Working around production equipment and machinery Ability to perform repetitive assembly tasks Safety & PPE Employees are required to follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including:
Steel-toe shoes Safety glasses Hearing protection Face mask/face shield when applicable Respirator when working in the paint booth The work environment can reach 90–100°F seasonally, so candidates should be comfortable working in a warm warehouse/manufacturing environment.

Ready to Get Started? If you're looking for a full-time manufacturing job with a 4-day regular schedule, overtime opportunities, and multiple bonus programs, this is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door. Apply today - we're hiring now in Gorham, Maine!