Prefinishing Production Associate at Valley Cabinet Inc.

 Valley Cabinet

Job Title:  Towline 1

Work Location: De Pere Location 

Division/Department: VC / Prefinishing

Reports To:  Prefinishing Manager 

Full-time

Nonexempt

Level: 2

Position Summary: 

This entry level position is responsible for sanding wooden articles in addition to loading and unloading the towline.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use different grits of sandpaper to hand sand smooth surface of wooden articles prior to finishing and between finish coats.
• Load continuously moving towline by hanging wooden articles on line using proper racks and/or hooks.
• Unload continuously moving towline placing completed wooden articles onto carts.  
• Maintain quality standards on all products.
• Work efficiently while paying attention to detail.
• Keep the work area clean and organized.
• Follow all safety rules and contribute to a safe work environment.
• Participate and contribute to a “Team” environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: 

• No required education or job experience.
• Ability to learn and retain on the job training.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Attention to detail 
• Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions in English.
• Ability to meet quality standards - strong attention to detail and quality. 
• Ability to consistently meet/exceed production quotas.

Physical Requirements: 

Ability to perform the essential functions of the position including, but not be limited to the following:

• Sit, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• Stand for extended periods of time.
• Moving, bending, standing, kneeling, lifting and carrying material weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• Pushing/pulling, grasping/squeezing, pinching, fine motor dexterity.
• Exposure to high noise levels and requires wearing hearing protection in designated areas.
• Exposure to plant environment to include moving parts, fumes, dust. Safety glasses to be worn at all times.
• Endure heat and cold conditions in the plant.