At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We listen. We observe. We understand that each customer has unique needs. So, we pride ourselves on helping our customers make smart furniture decisions by offering expert advice, design options and personalized solutions.Since 1941, we've positioned KI as the furniture company that best understands the furniture industry and is committed to providing customers with the smart solutions. By targeting specific markets with solutions for business furniture, university furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture and government furniture, we can quickly respond to our customers' unique needs - including the choice to procure furniture according to what fits their ordering and fulfillment process. That's why we say we offer far more than furniture. We're Furnishing Knowledge.
KI, a world class supplier of innovative and award-winning furniture solutions for business, educational, and healthcare environments, is seeking a full-time Hand Welder/Equipment Operator to join our Green Bay manufacturing facility on our 1st shift. A $1.00/hour raise is also given within the first year of employment.
To learn more about KI, please visit www.ki.com
Job Duties:
This position is responsible for hand welding product and operating all other fabrication equipment in the cell. In addition, individuals in this role will provide direction to fabrication cell technicians. This position is also responsible for:
Successfully hand weld product based upon production schedule needs
Maintain high levels of quality and ensure product is welded properly
Operate fabrication equipment in the cell such as Robotic Welders, Hydraulic Banks, Saws, Benders, Drill Presses...
Operate tools required in the cell such as handheld drills/screw guns, riveters, impact tools, screw drivers, wrenches and any other tools that may be required in the area.
Operating, editing and programming tube or wire bending equipment in the cell.
Follow production schedules, determine what should run and huddle with the team.
Train new employees.
Minimum Requirements:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Leadership experience/training helpful (but not required).
Value Added Skills:
Mechanically inclined with previous manufacturing experience, but not required
Team Player
Computer knowledge
Willingness to learn
Ability to train on any shift
Positive Attitude
Physical Requirements:
Working in areas where it can get warm
Working in a smoke free environment
Activities including standing, walking, lifting, twisting and bending
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Willingness to assist in any given area of the plant if your area is slow
Shift:
This is a 1st Shift position
Hours are 6am-2pm Monday - Friday
Starting rate of pay is $20.00/hour
Overtime during busy season
KI offers a welcoming work culture with competitive benefits for eligible employees. Benefits include:
100% Employee ownership
Competitive health, dental, & vision insurance
A 401(k) Plan with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Wellness resources, including an on-site fitness center and a fitness reimbursement program
An educational reimbursement program
Company paid life insurance, short term disability, long term disability, and EAP.
Sick pay
Monthly Performance Bonus
KI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
