Salary: $21
The Manufacturing Associate plays a key role in assembling and producing high-quality furniture in a fast-paced production environment. This hands-on role involves operating machinery, inspecting parts, and building finished products with precision and care. Ideal candidates enjoy working with their hands, take pride in craftsmanship, and thrive in a team-oriented setting where safety and reliability are top priorities.
- Assist in operating machinery and hand tools according to established standard operating procedures.
- Record production data using scanners, computers, or handwritten forms.
- Inspect finished parts for defects, perform basic repairs, and report non-conforming items.
- Assemble furniture using hand tools, adhesives, jigs, fabrics, and other materials.
- Prioritize safety at all times for yourself and your team.
- Support fast-paced, precision production tasks in a team-focused environment.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with safety and quality standards.
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Benefits
- Health Dental Vision Available after 90 days
- 401(k) plan
Qualifications
- 18+ years old
- Can lift 50+ lbs
- Must pass drug screen
- Ability to read, write, and comprehend basic written and verbal instructions.
- Willingness to learn and use basic computer and scanning systems.
- Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the shift, including bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, and reaching overhead.
- Basic math and counting skills.
- Ability to frequently lift and carry items up to 100 lbs and occasionally handle loads up to 250 lbs (e.g., lifting and moving furniture).
- Comfortable working at heights using equipment such as a cherry picker.
- Reliable and self-motivated, with strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Enjoy working with your hands in a physically active, production-driven environment.
About Ashley Furniture
From the manufacturing floor to the retail store to the customer’s door,
our focus is simple — create great furniture, develop meaningful
relationships with those we serve, and provide satisfying career
opportunities for our team members. We touch every part of the furniture
business through one of our family of companies. From design to the
procurement of raw materials, manufacturing and vendor management to
quality control, distribution to sales, delivery, and customer care, we are
experts in the furniture business. With over 30,000 global employees and
growing, we have opportunities in most specialties and for all levels of
experience. If you take pride in working hard, crushing challenges, and
winning every day, start your career at one of the Ashley companies today!
