Assembler

Job ID: 2182 

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Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

Position Title:  Material Handler/Assembler, Mon - Thurs shift

Location:         Winchester, VA

Reports To:     Manufacturing Supervisor

Job Summary:

Work as part of a team having responsibility for moving freight, stock, or other materials.  Manufacturing Material Handlers support the productivity of manufacturing operations by safely operating a forklift or other industrial vehicle to move product, materials, or equipment.  This position will also move to Inspector-Assembler in SF when not needed as a Material Handler.

Key Responsibilities:

Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, leading docks, delivery vehicles, or containers by hand or using forklifts or other industrial vehicles

Read and attach identifying tags to containers, material, or product packaging, or mark them with identifying information

Conduct regular inspections of manufactured goods to ensure product meets quality standards, reporting any defects to the quality team and/or supervisor

Use operator computer to update, track and record inventory, materials, or finished goods

Maintain a safe and accident-free environment by adhering to safety standards and identifying safety issues and reporting them to his/her supervisor or the safety manager

Shovel, sweep, wipe down or otherwise clean work areas, equipment, tools, and machinery

Assemble and/or package manufactured goods

Conduct regular inspections of manufactured goods to ensure product meets quality standards

Use computer to report defective pieces, problems with process, product, or manufacturing machinery

Maintain a safe and accident-free environment by adhering to safety standards and identifying safety issues

Keep work area clean

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Must be able to lift 40lbs.

Must be a team player and able to communicate effectively with co-workers and leadership

Preferred Qualifications

       Forklift experience preferred

       Basic computer skills

       Prior manufacturing experience preferred

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.