Manufacturing Associate
Summary
Manufacturing Associate in Urbana, IA, operates sewing machines and packaging equipment to assemble and pack transportation products like straps and cargo nets in a fast-paced production environment.
Location: Urbana, IA
We are seeking highly motivated, detail-oriented individuals to join our manufacturing team as a Manufacturing Associate. This role blends hands-on sewing and packaging responsibilities, offering the opportunity to contribute across multiple areas of production. Our success is rooted in getting our customers what they want, when they need it, while upholding our values and Brand Promise.
Available Schedules:
- 1st Shift: Monday–Thursday, 7:00 am–4:00 pm; Friday, 7:00 am–1:00 pm
- 2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday, 12:00 pm–9:00 pm; Friday, 7:00 am–1:00 pm
Compensation:
- Full-time positions starting at $19.00/hour
Full-Time Benefits:
Clickstop offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- Health Insurance with a $0 Premium option
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- PTO
- Paid Holidays
- Birthday & Volunteer Time Off
- Life & Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Match
- ESOP after one year of service and minimum hour requirements are met
- Professional and personal development opportunities
View our FT Benefits Overview
How to Succeed in This Role:
All team members will be cross-trained and expected to contribute outside their primary areas of expertise. Training begins in strap manufacturing/packing and continues until satisfactory knowledge of our products is acquired. Because we produce a wide range of products, attention to detail and the ability to remain focused in a repetitive, dynamic environment are critical.
- Embody Clickstop's Core Values and Code while holding yourself and your peers accountable for quality results.
- Demonstrate solid attention to detail while completing repetitive tasks and working toward daily output targets.
- Uphold quality and safety standards while contributing ideas for continuous improvement.
Primary Areas of Focus:
Tie Down Manufacturing
- Read and understand work orders and audit orders for accuracy.
- Operate automatic sewing machines to assemble transportation tie-down straps.
- Meet daily productivity requirements while maintaining quality.
- Perform repetitive motions while seated for extended periods.
Tie Down Packing
- Properly document, organize, and pack a variety of orders from a conveyor belt.
- Lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly and perform frequent bending, kneeling, standing, and squatting.
- Utilize NetSuite and ShipHawk to manage production records, enter completion data, build work orders, and update inventory.
- Follow Lean manufacturing principles and communicate effectively to maintain a smooth workflow.
Cargo Nets & Nylon Slings
- Read and audit work orders for accuracy.
- Operate sewing machines to assemble products according to manufacturing procedures.
- Meet daily productivity requirements while maintaining quality.
- Pack products while performing frequent bending, kneeling, standing, and squatting.
As a growing team, you should be prepared to perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly.
- Regular team lifting of materials over 60 lbs. in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Sit or stand for the majority of the shift.
- Frequently bend, reach, twist, kneel, and squat.
- Perform repetitive tasks with hands and arms.
- Safely operate hand tools and material handling equipment.
Equipment:
Ability to learn and operate powered industrial equipment, including industrial sewing machines, cutters, winders, stand-up and sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
Why Clickstop?
At Clickstop, we believe work should be a purpose-driven experience. We provide an entrepreneurial environment where opportunities are available for those who seek them, recognize individual and team accomplishments, and encourage cross-department collaboration and professional growth.
Clickstop HQ is located in Urbana, Iowa, approximately 22.5 miles from Cedar Rapids via I-380 & approximately 39 miles from Waterloo via I-380.
Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check. Clickstop is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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- Did a Clickstop employee recommend that you apply? If yes, please include the employee's first and last name.
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- Are you an active Clickstop employee?
- Are you available and able to work the following days/hours: Monday- Thursday, 7:00am-4:00pm and Friday, 7:00am-1:00pm
- This role has weekday onsite requirements in Urbana, Iowa. Are you able to commit to this requirement of employment?
- I am able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly and understand it is a requirement of this role.
- Are you at least 16 years of age?
- Are you legally authorized to work in the U.S.?
- Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
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