Description

Whisker, formerly known as AutoPets, is the maker of Litter-Robot, Feeder-Robot, and Litterbox.com. At Whisker, we believe pet parenthood can always get better.

As leading innovators in pet tech and refined pet accessories, we work tirelessly to solve problems and deliver smarter insights for pet parents while enriching the lives of pets. Whether it’s a self-cleaning litter box that automates scooping, an automatic feeder that helps pets develop healthier eating habits, or a modern cat tree that delights both humans and felines, we strive to deliver better solutions for consumers while transforming pet care along the way. To us, having a pet is the best thing ever. At Whisker, life together just keeps getting better.

Whisker is based in Auburn Hills, Michigan and Juneau, Wisconsin with 350 passionate team members.

What You’ll Do:

The Litter-Robot Assembler will support our company’s manufacturing operation fabricating premium products for our customers. This particular associate will first focus on a brand-new product line, contributing toward the development of new processes, then carrying it into mass production. Once quotas are met this associate will support the other assembly team, the Recon team, or other areas of the plant as directed by the production supervisor.

There are multiple shifts available for this position. Your assigned shift will be confirmed during the interview process. 

The initial probationary period may require you to work as a temporary employee via a staffing agency partner. After the probationary period has been fulfilled, you may be hired on as a direct employee. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as deemed necessary.

• Performs all duties, specified and otherwise, in a safe, constructive manner
• Prepares assembly area / line for work, ensuring that all components and tools are in good condition and ready for the required work
• Follows work instructions and alerts Engineering or Management when these important documents have errors or inconsistencies
• Demonstrates the willingness and ability to perform all functions of the assembly process
• Performs final test / QC analysis of product
• Packs product for shipment
• Contributes to building a quality work environment by taking initiative, respecting others, being a team player, and cleaning work area

Performs other tasks as required

Requirements

What You’ll Bring:

• Working experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
• Able to stand/walk for extended periods of time
• Able to lift up to 45 lbs
• Able to bend, climb ladders, pull, push, reach as needed
• Ability to work in various temperatures
• Able to follow directions, use hand and power tools
• Mechanical aptitude and good dexterity are helpful in this role
• Must have a positive attitude 
• Must be an efficient worker that is organized and detail oriented
• Able to work in a fast-paced assembly environment 
• Must be eager to learn different areas of the company 

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The team member frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel. The team member is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The team member must continuously lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Benefits & Purrks: 

Join a tenacious, inventive company that empowers team members to chart their own path, lead by grounding decisions in the “why”, and has a strong sense of empathy and openness to new perspectives. Be a part of exciting growth, work with incredible people, and create tomorrow’s pet products—plus a whole lot of extras. Once hired as a direct employee, you will also be provided with:

• Premium Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K with 4% Match
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Top of the line equipment

Statement of Inclusivity:

We believe different perspectives make Whisker better and strive to create a place where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive.