Assembler​/Prepper

Company:
Dutton Brown Design

Title:

Assembler/Prepper

Location:

Roseville, MN 55113
Type:
Full-time, Hourly, 40 hours per week
Shift: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, M-F

Looking for a versatile, hands-on role where you can learn new skills and make an impact? We are hiring an assembler/Prepper to support assembly, part preparation, and production operations. You will work across multiple functions to keep orders moving and help build the high-quality lighting and hardware products our customers love.

Please note:

this role has been reposted with some changes. If you applied before, we encourage you to reapply if the updated description feels like a good fit.

Located in Roseville, MN, Dutton Brown Design is a proudly LGBTQIA+-owned design and manufacturing company dedicated to creating dynamic, artfully designed products that transform spaces. Our team of designers and artists crafts unique, customizable pieces that stand out in homes and businesses across the country.

We maintain a clean, well-lit, temperature-controlled workspace and take pride in building and shipping premium products our customers love. We are not a high-speed, box-moving warehouse — we are a studio (or small-batch manufacturer) where every light and hardware piece is hand-assembled with care. Join a team whose designs have been featured in HGTV, Elle Decor, Room & Board, and more.

• $23.00 per hour
• Two medical insurance plan options (80% employer‑paid)
• Dental and vision insurance (100% employer‑paid)
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Three weeks PTO + ten paid holidays, including Pride Monday!
• Casual dress code
• Clean & temperature‑controlled environment
• On‑the‑job training and hands‑on skill development
• Opportunities for growth into advanced roles over time

• Assembly (Primary 90%):
  Hand‑assemble light fixtures and hardware using hand tools, drills, and work instructions. Work involves small components, precise alignment, and fine detail. Perform visual quality checks
• Part Washing & Prep (Secondary 10%):
  Clean, degrease, and prepare metal parts for powder coating or assembly. Inspect for defects.
• Picking & Packing:
  Pull parts from inventory for production orders. Organize materials and hardware kits.
• Inventory Support:
  Receive and stock incoming materials. Maintain organized storage and flag low inventory.
• Flexibility:
  Shift between functions based on daily priorities and production needs.
• Teamwork:
  Communicate clearly with teammates and leads. Maintain a clean, safe, organized workspace.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Reliable, punctual, and communicates clearly with teammates and leads
• 1-2 years of experience in assembly, manufacturing, or warehouse work (or strong transferable skills)
• Experience with fragile, made‑to‑order, or design product manufacturing preferred
• Comfortable with detailed, precise hand‑assembly work involving small parts and fine adjustments
• Organized and able to follow written instructions and visual guides
• Willing to learn new tasks and shift between functions as priorities change
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods
• 20/20 or 20/30 corrected vision
• Employment contingent upon successful background check