What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assembler position at Rural King?
Job Title: Assembler
Reports To: Assistant Store Manager
Job Location: Store Location
FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt. Positions may be Full or Part-Time; Seasonal or Non-Seasonal
JOB SUMMARY
Assemble all types of products sold at store locations. Cross train to assist in other areas as needed including Maintenance, Shop, Receiving, etc. You’ll work to maintain a safe and clean atmosphere while providing assistance to customers and co-workers. This is physical work (not an office job) so come prepared! Must be able to follow directions and work independently.
JOB DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assemble retail merchandise such as grills, furniture, lawn equipment, farm equipment
- Assemble and assist with merchandise displays
- Use general office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, computer
- Operate machinery such as a forklift, pallet jack, Telxon gun and other retail equipment
- May be required to cross train and perform other duties
QUALIFICATIONS
- Mechanical abilities and experience
- Quick learner
- Able to follow assembly instructions
- Ability to interact with the team in a fast-paced environment, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient
- Ability to work independently without supervision
- Ability to access and use the in-store computer, scanning system, and wireless hand-held unit
- Ability to participate in our online applicant and new hire onboarding process remotely
- Ability to complete computer-based training
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- None
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Good visual acuity
- Ability to repetitively lift, push, and/or pull a minimum of 30 pounds
- Ability to communicate effectively to all audiences
- Ability to use a ladder and/or pallet jack
- Close vision for computer work
- Repetitive wrist movements on keyboard
- Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time
- Ability to verbally communicate in a professional manner with associates via a handheld transceiver and also customers
- Ability to walk up and down stairs multiple times per day
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
