Location: Albion,IN, USA
Job Description
Dexter is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for a 1st Shift Brake Builder at our manufacturing facility located in Albion, IN.
Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.
For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dextergroup.com.
This position reports directly to the Production Supervisor and will be working on a team while assembly parts on the brake line, in a fast-paced environment.
This position will be responsible for activities including, but not limited to the following:
* Builds brakes through different processes including.
* Lifting plates, arms, and shoes onto workstation table
* Assembling plates, shoe, arm, and spring into full brake assembly
* Loading assembled brakes onto pallet for transport
* Lifting up to 35 pounds
* Standing, reaching, balancing, stretching lower extremities constantly
* Grasping, pinching and fine manipulation frequently.
* Bending and squatting occasionally
* Working indoors where temperatures could be hot/cold, depending on season.
* Mandatory PPE for eyes, ears, hands, and feet to prevent exposure to hazardous materials or injury.
* May be required to work overtime, including weekends.
Minimum Qualifications
* High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
* Prior manufacturing experience on an assembly line preferred, but not required.
* Ability to read and comprehend work instructions and other simple documents. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and looks for ways to promote quality. Observes safety procedures. Maintains good attendance.
* Hand tool experience is a plus - totes, brakes, shoes, arms, springs, plates, pallets, small carts, small hand tools.
We care for our people. Here are some of our great, comprehensive Benefits:
* Dexter offers a competitive wage.
* Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA
* 3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program
* 401(k) Plan with company contributions
* Opportunities for internal career development and growth
Apply now to join an industry leader and make a difference in what we do for the customers we serve!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen. Dexter Axle Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Work Authorization
Dexter will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada. We do not provide sponsorship. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.