Assembly Laborer

Role overview

The Assembly Laborer works under a supervisor and helps build products by putting together parts in line with the required specifications. Lippert emphasizes a people-first culture, meaningful relationships, and community impact, with a team of more than 11,000 employees across a broad portfolio of brands.

What the company offers

• A workplace culture that values every team member
• Opportunities for career growth
• Mentoring support
• Tuition reimbursement
• Annual flu vaccination
• Holidays, personal days, and vacation time
• Local and national discounts
• Wellness programs
• Food truck days

Key duties

• Review assembly instructions, blueprints, and parts lists, then collect the required parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials
• Place parts and subassemblies using templates or measurement references
• Join components together, checking that everything fits correctly and fastening pieces securely
• Address assembly issues by adjusting dimensions to meet specifications and informing the supervisor when extra support is needed
• Keep equipment running by carrying out preventive maintenance tasks
• Monitor stock levels, anticipate supply needs, and place or expedite orders when necessary
• Stay in regular contact with the supervisor about possible issues
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and clean work area by following procedures, rules, and regulations
• Follow safety measures to protect people and company property
• Support team goals by delivering accurate work and timely results
• Take on additional tasks assigned by management or the supervisor

Work style and expectations

• Demonstrate strong personal conduct in all job duties
• Remain flexible with scheduling to support customer needs
• Be committed to completing work accurately and on time
• Handle physically demanding work and pressure with stamina and persistence
• Take a proactive approach to preventing issues before they happen
• Maintain a constructive and positive outlook
• Work collaboratively toward shared goals
• Communicate clearly, honestly, and consistently

Physical requirements

This role is highly active. Regularly required activities include talking and hearing, and the job involves standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing throughout the day. The position may require lifting or moving items weighing over 50 pounds. Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, along with the ability to adjust focus.

Working conditions

• The environment may be hot or cold depending on outdoor conditions
• The work area is loud and noisy
• Frequent interruptions may occur due to requests from staff and management
• The workspace is busy, which can make concentration difficult
• Peak periods may require longer hours to meet customer demand
• Ongoing interruptions require effective stress management and goal focus

Schedule and travel

This is a full-time role with an expected schedule of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Weekend and overnight work may also be required. No travel is expected.

Education and experience

• High school diploma or GED is required
• Up to 2 years of experience in a manufacturing setting
• Ability to determine whether a product meets quality and productivity standards
• Hands-on ability with hand tools
• Strong attention to detail to support high-quality production
• Ability to read and follow documented procedures and standards
• Capability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-moving environment while meeting delivery needs
• Willingness to work overtime when needed to achieve targets
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Bilingual English/Spanish ability is a plus

Authorization

Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

Other notes

This job summary is not intended to list every possible duty, responsibility, or activity. The company may modify responsibilities at any time with or without notice.

Equal opportunity

Employment decisions are made without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizenship status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other protected category under applicable law. All employment-related actions, including hiring, pay, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, leave, benefits, layoff, recall, and termination, are based on legitimate job-related factors such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service. Team members are expected to follow this policy, and violations may lead to disciplinary action up to termination.

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