General Labor 2 | Royal Truck Body | Nashville, TN

Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $18.00 - 18.00

Who we are:

At The Shyft Group we are driven to deliver. Proudly the North American leader in specialty vehicles, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis bring people, goods, and services where they need to be.

We are strengthened by nine industry-leading brands -- Utilimaster, Blue Arc, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan RV Chassis, Red Diamond, and Builtmore. Over 4,000 employees across ten states and two countries work independently and together as one team under Shyft, building chassis, vehicle bodies, and accessories that improve every route, every run, every ride.

Empowered by a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture, every person behind our brands is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Together under the Shyft umbrella, our teams drive new synergies that bring innovations to life on the road - for an experience that is safer, more satisfying, more rewarding all around.

With 50 years and millions of miles behind us, we continue to charge forward - leading the commercial vehicle transition to electric, innovating across all our brands, and earning our position among Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies.

What you'll do:

Assemble sides and decking flat beds
Assembles components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts and subassemblies
Verifies specifications by measuring completed component
Resolves assembly problems by altering dimensions to meet specifications; notifying supervisor to obtain additional resources
Keeps equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs
Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies
Conserves resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
Start up and stop equipment.
Feed or place items onto equipment for processing
Assist with production line in factories.
Sweep, mop, and remove debris.
Load and unload items from machines, carts, and dollies.
Feed or place items onto equipment for processing.
Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned

What you need to be successful:

3+ years of experience in manufacturing assembly environment
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (standing for long periods of time, lifting heavy loads of up to 40 pounds etc.)
Ability to use complex tools (drills, sanders, torque wrench)
Ability to make complex measurements
Ability to train others in performance of GL duties if requested
Good hand-eye coordination
Ability to read a measuring tape
Provides quality service by following organization standards.
Preserves safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and workstations neat.
Use basic hand tools such as screwdriver, pliers, etc.
Good hand-eye coordination
Communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to safety rules
Punctual and reliable
Apprenticeship or specialization is an asset, but not necessary

Why The Shyft Group?

We believe that when our people thrive personally and professionally, our business thrives. We are committed to offering comprehensive benefits programs that stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.