Assembly Associate 1
Pay is $14/hr. - We are background friendly!
Job Overview
We're growing and want you to grow with us! We are currently seeking several Assembly Associates to help us build and expand upon our strong product line!
Saylite manufactures commercial lighting fixtures. Lighting can enhance life and work in powerful ways, with technology creating new opportunities every day. Come join us to be a part of this amazing adventure!
In a Nutshell: We are currently looking for several Assembly Associates to assemble components and lighting fixtures.
While some assembly experience is helpful, we can train the right candidates!
Here's What You'll Be Doing:

• Assembling commercial/industrial lighting fixtures (Up to 8' in length) with appropriate wiring, etc.
• Wrapping and packaging finished fixtures

Here's What We're Looking For:

• Detail oriented & follows instructions
• Quality & Safety focused
• Enjoys hands-on work
• Great reliability (good attendance is critical) & ability to work overtime/occasional Saturdays
• Able to work standing for the majority of the day
• Experience working in a warehouse environment (non climate-controlled)
• Can lift and move fixtures up to 8' in length & up to 25 lbs.
• Previous production/assembly exp. helpful - but we'll train the right candidates
• Able to pass Everify, Drug test & Background Check*

*We believe in "Second Chances" and are "Background Friendly". While we make no promises of employment, (as with any applicant), we will evaluate past history on a case by case basis.
The full job description is listed below - we invite you to take a look and learn more about the job and the requirements! Thanks for checking us out!
Why Join the Saylite Team?

• Competitive hourly pay overtime
• Benefits - Variety of Healthcare Options (medical, dental, vision, life ins), 401k, voluntary supplemental options (Vol Life, Accident, Critical Illness, LTD, STD, Legal Shield, ID Shield)
• Chance to make a difference in a growing, dynamic organization that has been in business since 1964.

Saylite is on the fast track to become one of the most dynamic companies in commercial lighting. We are large enough to have a strong foundation, yet small enough for you to make things happen, and feel like you are contributing to the success of the company
Full Job Description:
Section I. General Overview & Reporting:
The Assembly Associate is responsible for assembling components and lighting fixtures with varying degrees of complexity. This position reports to the Focus Factory Manager.
Section II. Duties & Areas of Responsibility:
The primary duties of the Assembly Associate consist of, but are not limited to, the following:
A. Health & Safety

• Adhere to all health & safety policies and practices, including wearing proper PPE at all times
• Actively follow a "safety first" culture with a "zero accidents" goal
• Exercise caution and awareness around forklifts
• Ensure work zones are tidy, clutter and obstacle free
• Identify safety risks in the work area, and advise management
• Help to identify resolutions to safety concerns & participate in implementation, as requested
• Immediately notify management or HR of any safety incidences (accidents, or near misses)
• Pandemic or other health concerns protocol:
  • Before shift start, take temperature, and if temp is over defined maximum, follow company protocol (advise supervisor, answer related questions, leave the premises, get tested as required)
  • Follow social distancing (work, break, common areas, etc.)
  • Ensure all shift end cleaning is completed (work areas and tools cleaned and sanitized)

B. Assembly

• Review product assembly instructions for each product being assembled
• Ensure all supplies and materials are available
• Carefully follow all assembly instructions
• Notify water spiders of needs (missing components, etc.)
• Advise leads or management of any production-related issues
• Wrap and package finished products per packaging guidelines
• Move completed product to assigned location for shipping pickup
• Achieve established daily production goals
• Ensure tools are well maintained - report concerns to lead or management

C. Quality & Service

• Prior to assembly, report any defects in materials to leads or management
• Upon assembly completion, perform a visual inspection to ensure all components are included and assembly is correct

D. Additional Duties:

• Rotate duties or provide backup in other areas as assigned by Lead or management
• Participate in annual inventory counts
• Must work additional hours as needed, including some weekends (when possible, advance notice will be provided)
• Maintain confidentiality regarding company business matters
• Other duties, as assigned

Section III: Necessary Skills and Attributes:

• Manual assembly experience is a plus, but not required (will train)
• Previous experience using hand tools is preferred
• Ability to read and follow assembly instructions
• Excellent dependability/reliability (good attendance is required)
• Ability to use good judgement and take initiative
• Solid problem resolution abilities
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Availability to work overtime as needed, which may include some weekends (we will try to provide advance notice when possible)
• Willingness to assist wherever needed

Section IV: Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work in a non-air conditioned warehouse environment (exposure to heat, cold, dust, etc.)
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds & manuever up to 8' lighting fixtures
• Visual acuity required to read instructions, operate hand tools, written documents, inspect materials, products, etc.
• Must be able to work standing for long periods of time, stooping, bending, lifting, and in squatting position
• Manual dexterity required to operate hand tools, assemble products, handle materials, supplies, etc.