Manufacturing Associate

Do you want to work for a company where you can build a strong career, never be bored, never stand in one place, while learning something new and interesting? Zero Zone is looking for candidates who enjoy working with their hands, have a strong mechanical aptitude and desire a great job experience at a custom shop with plenty of opportunities. Who Are We? Have you ever gone into a grocery store or convenience store for things like milk, bagged salads, or frozen pizza? The coolers and freezers you find those and other food products in are what we do!! Zero Zone is a manufacturer of reach-in and open refrigerated and frozen food display cases as well as the refrigeration systems that work behind the scenes to cool the cases, keeping the food fresh! We also make powerful industrial refrigeration systems for food warehousing, pharmaceuticals, and even ice rinks! Our company is structured across 2 divisions – the Display Case Division , located in North Prairie, WI, Waukesha, WI, and Mukwonago, WI and the Refrigeration Systems Division , located in Ramsey, MN and Dyersville, IA. What Are We Like? At Zero Zone, you will be a valued member of the Zero Zone team, able to take ownership of your own career path. We believe in hard work, teamwork, collaboration, and respect, and we have grown through dedication to our Purpose: “Preserving customer valuables through refrigeration.” For over 60 years, we have been a leader in refrigeration, and our people are well known for exceptional customer service. We also believe we are the COOLEST coworkers (pun intended)! This is an opportunity for you to make a difference in the refrigeration industry with one of the top leading manufacturers in the country! Come grow with us!! What Can We Offer You? Vacation and Personal Hours (after only 30 days!) Competitive Wages Comprehensive Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D, HSA/FSA, EAP) 401k and Profit Sharing Paid Holidays Flexible Schedules Casual Dress Code Wellness Programs and Incentives Steel Toe Reimbursement Employee Engagement Programs One-time Home Computer Reimbursement And more! What Will You Do? We are looking for highly motivated individuals who are comfortable using hand/power tools and are willing to learn and take direction. You willreceive on-the- job training, guidance, and direction from qualified personnel.Manufacturing Associates work with team members to manufacture refrigeration systems, and to meet production goals. They perform activities related to Mechanical , Electrical , or Insulation in a manufacturing environment, while adhering to all safety standards. Qualifications Essential Responsibilities for Major Areas: Mechanical: Utilizes a torch to braze and/or silver solder fittings, fabricates copper tube headers, stubs and components. Electrical: Assist with the electrical layout per the design documentation and wiring schematics on refrigeration systems, wire pressure switches, solenoid valves, compressors, and other auxiliary devices. Insulation: Configures, measures and cuts neoprene insulation to various lengths while utilizing various adhesive materials/methods. Essential Responsibilities for all areas: Assists quality department in correcting issues. Maintains a professional relationship with co-workers and encourages teamwork for maximum productivity and quality. Maintains a clean and orderly shop and work area. Ability to work independently in a timely and safe manner. Ability to consistently complete tasks within the time allowed. Assists in optimizing production processes to eliminate waste and promote Lean Manufacturing principles. Other duties may be assigned. Requirements for Effective Performance: Minimum high school diploma or GED is required, previous manufacturing experience helpful, but not required. Experience with hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools is required. Skills/Abilities/Specifications: Ability to measure accurately using a tape measure. Ability to read blueprints, diagrams and schematics. Ability to perform simple calculations. Ability to comprehend instructions, both oral and written. Effectively communicate one-on-one and in group settings with other employees within the organization. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Capability to adapt, multitask and see the big picture to determine actions required to make the company successful. Flexibility in work responsibilities as the role develops over time. Regular attendance is an essential function of the job. Behavioral & Environmental Requirements: Maintain a positive work attitude. Zero Zone expects all employees to behave and communicate in a manner which will facilitate good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and supervisors. Safety toe shoes, safety glasses, and long pants are required while in production areas. Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk throughout the office and production areas; have use of hands and fingers to use a computer, telephone, and other office equipment; reach with hands and arms above shoulder and at waist level; and talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr Unifiedtherapy