Assembler/Production ($18.00 - $20.50 Per Hour)

We are excited to be increasing the size of our team! Are you sharp enough?

Assembler Opportunity

Kai USA Ltd., manufacturer of Kershaw Knives and Zero Tolerance Knives in Tualatin, has immediate openings for Assemblers.

Swing Shift (Mon-Thurs; 5 pm – 3:30 am)

$18/hour plus $2.50 per hour differential for Swing Shift

Assemblers are needed for Day Shift (Mon-Thurs; 6 am – 4:30 pm)

$18/hour for Day Shifts;

Responsibilities / Primary Functions:

Perform repetitive workstation or line assembly operations to assemble knife components into a completed knife. The Assembler performs assembly functions, using hand or power tools. Station duties include:

• Assembling back handle: there will be moving parts (beware of pinching); ensure ball-bearing machine is properly functioning (requires two buttons to activate)
• Assembling front handle: there will be moving parts (beware of pinching); ensure bending machine is properly functioning (requires two buttons to activate)
• Installing pivot nut
• Screwing back handle together: there will be moving parts (beware of pinching); ensure hands and other objects are clear of press prior to pulling handle
• Auger hole: there will be moving parts (beware of pinching); operate electrical equipment; ensure drill press is in good working order and hands and other objects are clear
• Sand/grind/install blade: operate electrical equipment (be aware of flying debris from grinding); ensure sander is in good working order, wear safety glasses and gloves
• Assembling front/back knife handles: grease parts, use LockTite; be familiar with SDS; wear gloves
• At various stages throughout the process, use hand tools and ensure tools are in good condition and appropriate for tasks

• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Requirements/Qualifications

• The qualified employee will have at least 1 year of assembly experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or verbal instructions. Must have ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Please note: We do not accept applications or employment queries by phone.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Assembly line: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person