Hand Sander - Nemschoff

Company: Herman Miller, Inc
Location: Sheboygan
Posted on: May 16, 2020

Job Description:

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
As a Hand Sander working at Nemschoff, you'll produce a quality sanded product to be passed on to the Finishing Department that will meet and surpass customers' expectations. You will provide an efficient level of quality sanded products while working on an assembly line type operation producing furniture. You'll problem-solve with the assistance of other team members and seek continuous improvements. All of your activities will be performed and completed with a high regard for the safety of others and yourself. You may also learn additional functions by cross-training in other departments as needed.

WHAT YOU\'LL DO
You'll have opportunities to speak up, solve problems, lead others, and be an owner every day as you...

* Appropriately mark individual work with the shop order number, line number, stain color, and personal identification.

* Clean hand sander, change sand paper, and keep your workspace clean and organized.

* Ensure proper scanning techniques and the use of shop floor paperwork and keep track of your individual work.

* Follow Nemschoff's recycling procedures for the proper disposal of items.

* Follow Nemschoff's standard quality guidelines for all products.

* Follow the requirements of good documentation practices when handling quality records or controlled documents.

* Inspect your personal work for pits, lines, glue spots, smoothness, and shine, and make appropriate improvements.

* Learn and utilize the proper sanding system techniques, including the required sandpaper, essential areas of frame or base to be sanded, required level of sanding, proper sanding procedure (with or against the grain), and an efficient, effective sanding routine.

* Rework product as required.

* Work in a team environment.

* Work overtime as needed for production needs.

* Work with a safety-oriented mindset.

* Perform additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

* Recognize flawed or damaged components to determine compatibility between component's color and stain color, and properly report problems to the Flow Coordinator or supervisors.

* Conduct the required proper maintenance of your sanding table, including cleaning machines and blowing out filters.

* Use hydraulic table, orbital palm sanders, and air nozzle to ensure proper sanding.

* Utilize Lean manufacturing principles as trained or directed.

* Work safely and utilize the available ergonomic tools.

SOUND LIKE YOU?
You might be just who were looking for if you have...

* A high school diploma or GED.

* The ability to work in a regulated environment.

* The ability to read and interpret documents such as shop order prints.

* The ability to communicate problems with frame or base product to the proper Flow Coordinator or supervisor.

* The ability to effectively communicate questions with sanding system techniques.

* The ability to apply knowledge to carry out detailed and straightforward written or oral instructions.

* The ability to solve smaller problems that may arise while sanding frames or base products.

* The ability to work in an environment with dust and fumes from finishing.

* The ability to read and understand safety data sheets when using chemicals.

* The ability to perform all essential job functions of the position with or without accommodations.



WHO WE ARE
At Nemschoff, we focus on nurturing creative people, innovative thinking, and forward-looking healthcare solutions. Our unique combination of experience, insights, skills, and willingness to try new ideas makes us a leader in the industry. Part of the Herman Miller family, we have a design-focused, environmentally responsible approach, and a commitment to craftsmanship that has been a part of our culture since 1950. Based in the lakeshore city of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, we offer a high quality of life, a rewarding team atmosphere, and an excellent benefits package. For more information on Nemschoff, visit www.nemschoff.com.

We are always looking for talented people to join our team. Ready to apply? View a list of our open positions and apply online at nemschoff.com/careers or at our parent company, Herman Miller.

HERMAN MILLER IS COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING VETERANS AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES.

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