What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assembly Associate position at Thermacell Repellents, Inc.?
Description
Thermacell Repellents, Inc. (TRI) is a privately held company with a mission to liberate people who love the outdoors from the harmful effects of insects. TRI products include the world’s most effective and fastest growing mosquito repellents. Founded in 1999 and based outside of Boston in Bedford Massachusetts, TRI uses proprietary technology to diffuse a highly effective insect repellent based on a material found in Chrysanthemums. In just a few minutes, this unique technology creates a 15 foot zone of protection from mosquitoes and other flying insects. Users around the world rate Thermacell Repellents dramatically higher than any other mosquito repellent because its technology works so well without requiring direct skin application.
TRI currently employs 125 full time employees at our 4 locations (Bedford Massachusetts (Corporate, Dover New Hampshire (Sales), Buford Georgia (Manufacturing & Distribution).
TRI CORE VALUES:
? Can Do Spirit – it’s NEVER ‘someone else’s job’
? Absolute Integrity – the high road is the only road
? Thrilling our Consumers – they are the well spring of our success and they must be delighted with Thermacell every time they use one
? Learn – Grow – Adapt (continuous cycle)
? Work Hard, Play Hard, Stay Humble – earn it every day
POSITION PURPOSE:
Thermacell is currently seeking a highly motivated Assembly Associate. Assembly Associates are responsible for performing an array of duties such as building displays, picking and filling display from stock, packing and preparing displays for shipping. This individual should be focused on both quality & productivity. This role will report to the Warehouse Floor Supervisor.
STATUS: Non-Exempt
WORKING HOURS: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm (extended hours during busy season)
WORK LOCATION: 943 Gainesville Hwy, Buford, GA 30518
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works independently to build, stock and complete display orders.
- Demonstrates and promotes quality values throughout the department.
- Closely adheres to all operating procedures.
- Meets company productivity and quality standards.
- Fills customers’ displays according to specifications.
- Palletize orders for shipping.
- Maintains clean work area to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
- Must be able to work over-time as needed. Overtime may be prior to and/or after scheduled work hours (including weekends).
- Other duties may be assigned.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
· Demonstrates capability in working quickly with excellent attention to detail.
· Ability to multi-task, prioritize and to be flexible.
· Highly resourceful. Ability to get things done, where resources are constrained, and a hands-on approach is needed.
· Possess strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
· Good communication skills – able to communicate the plans of the day in a way that builds the most efficient and effective team processes.
· Good fit with Thermacell values (Absolute Integrity, Can-Do Spirit, Thrilling Consumers,
Learn-Grow-Adapt, Work Hard/Play Hard/Stay Humble).
· Strong work ethic (consistent with the brand’s equity and many of the brand’s consumers).
· Team player who believes in winning together and enjoys a high-performance environment.
· Knowledge/experience in retail warehousing.
· Even keeled (stays calm and leads through challenging, stressful times).
· Self-starter and fast-learner
· Relentless work ethic
· Ability to manage and deliver multiple simultaneous priorities
· Thrive in fast-paced, nimble environment
· Motivated by a challenge
· Desire to work in a fast-paced, organized and positive warehouse environment
SKILLS REQUIRED
- Ability to manage and deliver multiple simultaneous priorities
- Read and follow detailed assembly instructions, guidelines and procedures
- Strong collaboration skills
- 0-1 year warehousing or similar experience preferred
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Ability to stand/walk for 8 to 10 hours
- Basic math skills
- Drivers License required
COMPENSATION
Compensation for this position will include a competitive base salary as well as an?annual incentive bonus?tied to company and individual performance goals.?Benefits for this position will include vacation benefits at a competitive level &?10?paid company?holidays.?Additionally, a company slow-down period is traditionally offered for one week in between Christmas and New?Year’s?Day.
We are proud to offer a competitive & valuable benefits package that enables you to protect your health, your family, and your way of life. It includes best in class?medical & dental insurance where Thermacell pays for?80%?of the premiums; Thermacell also pays for the?first half?of your medical deductible through our Health Reimbursement Account and provides access to an FSA. Long &?Short term?Disability & Group Term Life insurance (one times base salary plus bonus up to $250K) is also available at?no cost to you.??40 hours of sick time is also available on your first day of employment.
Additionally, you will have access to a plethora of voluntary benefits such as vision, supplemental life, accident, and pet insurance for your furry family members! You can find all?details?and additional discounts in our benefits guide.
You may start contributing to our 401k after completing 30 days of service and you will be eligible for the annual contribution (equal to?3%?of base salary subject to the IRS legal limit) after completing your first year.?
WHY WORK HERE?
Fun and casual environment. Disruptive fast-growth company.? Thermacell is a consumer products company with a mission to liberate people who love the outdoors from the harmful effects of insects.?Thermacell technology delivers game-changing, category-leading mosquito protection that helps users spend more time outside focusing on what matters to them.?
Awards given to Thermacell include:? Popular Mechanics - Grand Award Winner - Recreation - Best of What's New 2018 New York Times?Wirecutter?- The Best Mosquito Control Gear for Your Patio or Yard Outside Magazine - Best Car Camping Gear 2018 Backpacker Magazine - Best Backpacking Accessory 2019 Field & Stream “Best of the Best” Award Good Housekeeping Research Institute #1 Tabletop Mosquito Repellent – LIV Smart Mosquito Repellent System-CES TWICE Awards 2022-2021 Canadian Tire Digital Excellence Award