Georgia assembler employment contract template

Georgia Assembler Employment Agreement

This Georgia Assembler Employment Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of this [Date] by and between:

[Employer Name], a [State] [Entity Type, e.g., Corporation] with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and

[Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Employment

Option A: Employer hereby employs Employee as a full-time Assembler, and Employee hereby accepts such employment.

Option B: Employer will employ Employee as a temporary full-time Assembler, with the possibility of becoming a permanent employee based on performance and company needs. The temporary period will last [Number] weeks, until [Date].

2. Job Title and Responsibilities

The Employee's job title is Assembler.

The Employee's core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manual and mechanical assembly of parts.
• Adherence to blueprints and technical diagrams.
• Operation of specific machinery and hand tools, including [List specific machinery and tools].
• Quality inspection and testing of finished assemblies.
• Following standardized work instructions and safety protocols.
• Regular maintenance and cleaning of work area and tools.
• Proper use and handling of personal protective equipment (PPE), including [List required PPE].
• Accurate documentation of production data and materials usage.
• Immediate reporting of equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, or deviations in product quality.

Option A: Employee may also be required to perform other duties as assigned by Employer.

Option B: Any other duties will be reasonably related to the core responsibilities of an Assembler.

3. Skills, Training, and Certifications

Option A: Employee must possess the following skills and certifications: [List specific skills and certifications, e.g., forklift operation certification, OSHA training compliance].

Option B: Employer will provide the necessary training and certifications for the role, including [List provided training and certifications].

4. Work Schedule and Location

Employment Type: Full-time.

Typical Work Schedule: [Start Time] to [End Time], Monday through Friday.

Work Location: [Plant/Facility Name], [City, State], Georgia.

Shift Assignments:

• Option A: Day shift only.
• Option B: Rotating shifts, as assigned by Employer.
• Option C: Night shift only.

Overtime, Weekend, and Holiday Work: May be required, as needed and in accordance with applicable law.

5. Assembly Line and Ergonomics

Assembly Line Speed: [Units/Hour or other relevant metric].

Production Quotas: Employee is expected to meet production quotas as established by Employer.

Ergonomics: Employee is expected to maintain proper posture and use ergonomic techniques to minimize the risk of injury. Employee will be provided with ergonomic training.

Standing/Repetitive Motion: Position requires prolonged periods of standing and repetitive hand movements.

6. Meal and Rest Breaks

Employee is entitled to meal and rest breaks as required by Georgia law.

Specifically, employee is entitled to a [Number] minute unpaid meal break and [Number] minute paid rest breaks during each [Number] hour shift.

7. Compensation

Hourly Wage: $[Amount] per hour.

Option A: Overtime will be paid at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) times the Employee's regular hourly rate for all hours worked in excess of 40 hours in a workweek, as required by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Option B: Overtime will be paid as required by applicable Georgia and Federal Law.

Payment Method: [Direct Deposit/Check].

Pay Schedule: [Weekly/Bi-weekly/Semi-monthly].

Shift Differentials:

• Option A: Night shift employees will receive a shift differential of $[Amount] per hour.
• Option B: No shift differential is offered.

Production Bonuses:

• Option A: Employee may be eligible for production bonuses based on performance and company goals. Details of the bonus plan will be provided separately.
• Option B: No production bonuses are offered.

Tool/Uniform Allowance:

• Option A: Employer will provide a tool/uniform allowance of $[Amount] per [Period, e.g., month].
• Option B: Employer will provide uniforms at no cost to the employee.
• Option C: No tool or uniform allowance is offered.

8. Benefits

Health Insurance:

• Option A: Employee will be eligible to participate in the Employer's health insurance plan after [Number] days of employment. Details of the plan will be provided separately.
• Option B: No health insurance is offered.

Dental Insurance:

• Option A: Employee will be eligible to participate in the Employer's dental insurance plan after [Number] days of employment. Details of the plan will be provided separately.
• Option B: No dental insurance is offered.

Vision Insurance:

• Option A: Employee will be eligible to participate in the Employer's vision insurance plan after [Number] days of employment. Details of the plan will be provided separately.
• Option B: No vision insurance is offered.

Retirement Plan (401(k) or Pension):

• Option A: Employee will be eligible to participate in the Employer's 401(k) plan after [Number] months of employment. Details of the plan will be provided separately.
• Option B: No retirement plan is offered.

Paid Time Off (PTO): Employee will accrue PTO at a rate of [Number] days per year.

Paid Sick Leave: Employee will accrue sick leave as required by applicable Georgia law.

Georgia State Holidays: Employee will be entitled to paid time off for the following Georgia state holidays: [List Holidays].

Workers' Compensation: Employer provides workers' compensation coverage in accordance with the Georgia Workers' Compensation Act.

• To report a workplace injury, employee must immediately notify [Supervisor Name] or [Human Resources Contact].

9. Uniforms, Lockers, and Laundry Service

Option A: Employer will provide uniforms.

Option B: Employee is responsible for providing their own uniforms, subject to Employer's guidelines.

Option C: Uniforms are not required.

Lockers:

• Option A: Lockers are provided for employee use.
• Option B: Lockers are not provided.

Laundry Service:

• Option A: Employer provides laundry service for uniforms.
• Option B: Employee is responsible for laundering their own uniforms.

10. Safety and Skills Training

Employee is required to attend all mandatory safety and skills training sessions as directed by Employer.

Examples of training include: [List examples, e.g., Lockout/Tagout, PPE compliance, Machine Guarding].

11. Workplace Injuries

Employee must immediately report any workplace injury to [Supervisor Name] and [Human Resources Contact].

Employee has the right to file a workers' compensation claim under the Georgia Workers' Compensation Act.

12. Intellectual Property and Confidentiality

Employee acknowledges that all assembly processes, designs, and proprietary technical information are the exclusive property of Employer.

Employee agrees not to disclose any confidential information to any third party.

This includes, but is not limited to, proprietary production methods, plant layouts, and customer lists.

13. Workplace Conduct and Compliance

Employee agrees to comply with all Employer's codes of conduct, anti-harassment, anti-discrimination, and equal employment policies.

Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Employee acknowledges receipt of and agrees to abide by Employer's safety policies, including but not limited to lockout/tagout rules, PPE compliance, machine guarding, and emergency preparedness procedures.

Employee is expected to participate in regular safety meetings or toolbox talks.

14. Reporting Lines and Teamwork

Employee will report to [Lead Assembler/Supervisor Name].

Employee is expected to work effectively as part of a team and communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors.

15. Attendance and Discipline

Employee is expected to maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

Absenteeism and tardiness may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Employer follows a progressive discipline policy, which may include verbal warnings, written warnings, suspensions, and termination.

16. Drug-Free Workplace

Option A: Employer maintains a drug-free workplace policy. Employee may be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Option B: Employer does not currently require drug testing, but reserves the right to implement a drug-free workplace policy in the future.

17. Termination

Employment is at-will, meaning that either Employer or Employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.

Upon termination, Employee must return all company property, including uniforms, tools, and documents.

Employee will receive final wages in accordance with Georgia law.

Employee will be provided with information regarding COBRA and Georgia state continuation of benefits.

Employer may conduct an exit interview with Employee.

18. Non-Compete

Option A: Employee agrees not to compete with Employer for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment within a [Number] mile radius of [Employer Location], with respect to [Specific assembly-related activities]. This non-compete agreement is narrowly tailored to protect Employer's legitimate business interests and is compliant with the Georgia Restrictive Covenants Act.

Option B: No non-compete agreement is required.

19. Background Checks and Medical Examinations

Option A: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen.

Option B: Employer requires employee to undergo a medical examination.

All background checks, drug screens, and medical examinations will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

20. Right to Report Unsafe Working Conditions

Employee has the right to report unsafe working conditions to the Georgia Department of Labor or OSHA without fear of retaliation.

21. Grievance Procedure

Employee should first attempt to resolve any workplace grievances through internal company procedures. Employee should contact [Human Resources Contact].

22. Dispute Resolution

Option A: Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through mediation in [County] County, Georgia.

Option B: Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, and judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof. Arbitration will occur in [County] County, Georgia.

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia. Venue for any litigation shall be in [County] County, Georgia.

23. Compliance with Laws

Employer and Employee agree to comply with all applicable federal and state labor laws, including the Georgia Minimum Wage Law, Georgia Department of Labor wage and hour regulations, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and Georgia-specific environmental and chemical safety standards.

24. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

[Employer Name]

By: [Name]

Title: [Title]

[Employee Name]

Signature:__________________________

Date:__________________________