Hired Hands Assembler I: Referrals only at MDI in Cohasset, MN

At MDI, people with and without disabilities work side-by-side to foster an inclusive culture to meet customer needs. Our diverse and inclusive workplace results in dedicated employees and repeat customers. Our ideal candidate will have a desire to be part of our Mission and purpose.

Job Description Summary:

This position is responsible for performing highly repetitive folding procedures (with or without a table fixture) of die cut plastic blanks.

Base Wage: $11.47

Shift: Part time Hours To Be Determined Based on Company Needs

Essential Functions:

• Simple assembly such as folding plastic blanks
• Productivity is below standard
• Participates in team stretching and other injury prevention activities before shift and after break times.
• Participates in continuous improvement programs.
• Employ effective, respectful communication skills.
• Ensure compliance with work instructions and/or Quality Management System (QMS) procedures.
• Ensure adherence to all current company policies.
• Maintain a safe work environment for yourself and others including wearing mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Functions effectively in a fast paced, diverse, team environment.
• Assist with department cleanliness and housekeeping.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• No prior experience needed.
• Ongoing support provided.
• Ability to read, recognizes, or understands simple general instructions.
• Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check.
• Satisfactory completion of a drug screening test.
• Verified eligibility for employment in the United States.

Environment and Physical Demands:

• A typical shift schedule ranges from 3-8 hours.
• Continuously works in a typical factory environment (high noise levels, machinery, conveyors, dust, chemical, odors and temperature fluctuations.)
• Continuously stands, pushes, pulls, reaches, and handles.
• Continuous repetitive motion of upper extremities including continual flexion and extension of wrists, pinching, reaching, and grasping.
• Frequently fingers, lifts, carries, and stoops (occasional maximum lift of 20 lbs).
• Occasionally walks, and works close to moving parts.

Other:

• None

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None