JOB PURPOSE:
Assemble variety of basic blind styles within established standards for quality and timeliness.
Pay: Starting Pay $18.00/Hr. Shift: 1st shift: 5am to 3pm Days: Monday through Thursday
JOB DUTIES:
* May perform pre-assembly responsibilities:
- May cut fabric or headrail.
- May pick parts.
- May do final bagging and labeling.
- May weigh fabric or rail and input data into computer database.
* Select blind off cart, following set procedures and established priority guidelines.
* Perform initial hand assembly of blind to allow for hanging, inspection and adjustment.
* Hang blind and perform initial inspection - parts fit together, adjust motor (if applicable), adjust clutch.
* Make necessary adjustments and re-inspect.
* Complete assembly process - add end caps, adjust snap, set stop.
* Perform testing of blind - quality tests, visual test, function/performance test (drops correctly, width, color, flaws in materials, function, etc.).
* Interact with quality specialists to ensure that quality guidelines are met.
* Prepare blind for packaging and shipment - pull blind up into stacked position; may bag or may put on cart for submission to other group for packaging/labeling and shipment.
* Complete productivity paperwork related to blind assembly.
* May work with Engineering on testing of new products. Maintain clean and safe work environment.
* Follow established procedures to maintain work environment in a neat and orderly condition.
* Perform minor maintenance on equipment and tools. Interact with Toolroom and Maintenance Departments on equipment and tool repair and development of new equipment and tools.
* Follow safety policies and procedures. Attend regularly-scheduled safety meetings.
* Attend daily huddles and other meetings to ensure smooth flow of communication.
Employee Benefits:
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
* Minimum Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent
* Minimum Job-Related Experience Required:3 months manufacturing experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:
* Follow set safety procedures
* Team player
* Set priorities
* Be flexible in job assignments
* Hand/eye coordination
* Basic computer skills
* Ability to meet job productivity expectations
Ensures quality by:
* Using project plan and project schedule methodology
* Clearly defining and utilizing processes in daily work
* Understanding SWF team structure, roles and responsibilities
* Integrating process methodology into daily work; MPI, QAT, 6S, 6D, Q@S etc
* Looking for innovative ways to streamline work processes across the division and involves stakeholders
* Identifying gaps using tools such as Baldridge criteria, WI Forward Award criteria, GPTW, IDP etc
* Establishing forums to share best practices
* Using department and company scorecard and other metrics
* Measuring own work to plan and reports out at a micro and macro level
Our tagline is “the Best Experience Company.” And it’s more than just a set of words—it represents the essence of who we are. As North America’s premier window covering company, we’re committed to creating the Best Experience for our associates and team members, our consumers and end users, and our channel and business partners.
Setting the bar so high means our work is never done. We’re always improving every aspect of our business. With the full support of senior leadership and private ownership, we’re making significant investments to deliver the Best Experience.
Our products are available in nearly every major retailer and in thousands of design showrooms. It’s likely you’ve seen our products in large office buildings, small businesses, and maybe even your own home. Our brands include Bali, Graber, SWFcontract, Horizons, Mecho, and more.
Springs Window Fashions’ innovative, high-quality products and best-in-class service are designed to delight homeowners and clients every step of the way.
