Overview Classification: Non-Exempt Salary Grade/Level/Family/Range: Hourly Reports to: 1st Shift Manufacturing Manager Date: 11/06/2024 1st Shift – Hardware Associate Who We Are: Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation and premium products to all of our customers. Why We are Different: At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members. What You will Get: A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture. Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more! Fair and competitive compensation. Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow. Holiday, personal and vacation days. HARDWARE ASSOCIATE Under the direct of the Manufacturing Manager, this position is responsible for assembling and dispersing all hardware items necessary to fulfill customer orders. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS DUTIES Works with shop packets containing information from a print for Hardware necessary to complete customer orders Packages and labels customer orders in appropriate manner. Assembles all Hardware kits using hand and air powered tools. Performs cycle counts on all raw materials stored in Hardware area. Assembles all Hardware kits using hand and air powered tools. Responsible for 5S housekeeping methods and area organization. Prioritize Hardware Kits as demand requires. Observes and adheres to all safety related rules and procedures. Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS Must be detailed orientated. Strong skills in time management. Strong organizational skills. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Ability to use tape measure accurately and convert measurements. Ability to perform general math. Ability to push, pull, twist and lift up to 50 pounds routinely. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to be self-motivated working with minimal direct supervision. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. DIFFICULTY OF WORK The work consists of following prints for assembling customer Hardware packets. The understanding and ability to make practical application of the above requirements is essential to the completion of a quality Hardware kit. A significant degree of care and skill is necessary to ensure that the process continues, and product delivery occurs, with minimal amount of disruption PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS Close communication is necessary to ensure a complete, quality Hardware kit is sent to the customer. Communication is crucial to verify any information necessary to complete the Hardware kit. RESPONSIBILITY To ensure a complete, quality Hardware kit is assembled, work is reviewed throughout the process and upon completion. You are made aware of missing information, if known, in a timely manner so resolution can be made with minimal interruption. Errors made may result in delays in shipping, safety concerns and dissatisfaction with customer expectations. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Frequent bending, twisting, pulling and lifting to 50 pounds. Bending, stooping, squatting and reaching may be necessary to ensure quality and to pack and secure Hardware kits. Physical effort is exerted regularly for extended periods of time. IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: 1st Shift Manufacturing Manager SUPERVISION This position does not supervise anyone. LICENSE NEEDED None HOURS: Monday-Thursday; 5:00am-3:00pm Work Authorization/Security Clearance: Must be able to pass EVerify. AAP/EEO Statement: Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert. Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Responsibilities DUTIES Works with shop packets containing information from a print for Hardware necessary to complete customer orders Packages and labels customer orders in appropriate manner. Assembles all Hardware kits using hand and air powered tools. Performs cycle counts on all raw materials stored in Hardware area. Assembles all Hardware kits using hand and air powered tools. Responsible for 5S housekeeping methods and area organization. Prioritize Hardware Kits as demand requires. Observes and adheres to all safety related rules and procedures. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications REQUIREMENTS Must be detailed orientated. Strong skills in time management. Strong organizational skills. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Ability to use tape measure accurately and convert measurements. Ability to perform general math. Ability to push, pull, twist and lift up to 50 pounds routinely. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to be self-motivated working with minimal direct supervision. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Pay Group : AAP/EEO Statement Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert. Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Know Your Rights