General Production Assembly Technician - Blaze King Industries, Inc. Since 1977, Blaze King has been one of Walla Walla Valley's premier industrial employers. At Blaze King, we build a line of ultra-premium wood stoves that are EPA certified and comply with the most stringent standards required by the Clean Air Act. Our hearth appliances lead the industry in both efficiency and pollution-reducing technology. We attribute our many years of success to our valued employees' continuous drive for perfection.

Job Summary:

Perform the final assembly of wood stoves, and various accessories, with a focus on safety, exceptional and consistent quality and achievement of performance goals. § Permanent; full-time (40hrs/week) § Day shift: 8.5 hours Monday-Thursday; 6 hours Friday § Reports to the

General Manager Duties and Responsibilities:

§ Assemble steel and cast-iron wood stoves. § Assemble wood stove accessories including pedestals, fans and shrouds. § Ensure exceptional product quality by consistently following assembly procedures, inspecting components for non-conforming conditions, and performing final inspections of products for proper assembly and operation. § Safely operate hand and power tools. § Build wooden crates and package stoves for shipment. § Report finished products in the electronic inventory control system. § Carefully and consistently label finished products. § Complete daily production paperwork. § Assist in periodic inventory cycle counts. § Maintain the organization of work areas. § Cross-train in welding, if needed. § Perform additional miscellaneous duties as requested.

Required Skills/Abilities:

§ Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a variety of personality types. § Excellent attention to safety. § Consistent and detail-oriented attention to product quality. § Ability to work diligently and with a sense of urgency. § Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems. § Strong mechanical aptitude. § Basic understanding of inventory control procedures. § Basic computer and keyboarding skills. § Understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles a plus. § Well organized and able to work with minimum supervision. § Ability to perform basic math calculations. § Ability to interpret part drawings and use them to identify physical parts. § Ability to operate production machinery including a forklift. § Ability to complete in-house forklift operator certification.

Education and Experience:

§ High school diploma or equivalent required. § Two or more years of manufacturing experience preferred. § Two or more years of mechanical work experience preferred. § Forklift operation experience preferred. Physical Requirements § Prolonged periods of standing and walking with occasional periods of sitting. § Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. regularly and 60 lbs. occasionally. § Stoop, kneel, reach, climb steps/ladders, and push/pull while operating pallet jacks. § Navigate production shop and warehouse safely.

Compensation and benefits:

§ Hourly wage range: $18.50-$19.50 per hour § Wage increase following successful completion of the 90 day probationary period § Employee medical, dental and vision insurance. § 401(k) plan with employer match. § 7 paid holidays annually. § WA State paid sick leave. § Paid vacation. § Potential for annual bonus based on company and personal performance. § Employee discount.

Pay:

$18.50 - $19.50 per hour People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person