Iowa assembler employment contract template

Iowa Assembler Employment Agreement

This Full-Time Iowa Assembler Employment Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of this [Date], by and between:

• [Employer Legal Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and
• [Employee Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Employment

• Option A: Employer hereby employs Employee, and Employee hereby accepts employment with Employer, as a Full-Time Assembler.
• Option B: Employer hereby employs Employee, and Employee hereby accepts employment with Employer, as a Full-Time Assembler Trainee.

2. Job Responsibilities

• Option A: Employee shall perform the following duties:
  • Reading technical blueprints and assembly diagrams.
  • Interpreting bills of materials.
  • Safely operating and maintaining hand and power tools.
  • Conducting mechanical and/or electronic assembly.
  • Verifying quality control of assembled components.
  • Recording serial numbers and part information.
  • Tracking production output.
  • Following assembly instructions and standard operating procedures.
  • Performing required in-process and final inspections.
  • Documenting any assembly errors or issues.
  • Packaging finished products for shipment.
  • Adhering to punctual attendance and shift requirements.
  • Reporting any safety hazards or production inefficiencies.
• Option B: In addition to the duties in Option A, the employee may perform other duties as assigned by Employer.

3. Practical and Physical Requirements

• Option A: Employee must be able to:
  • Perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
  • Handle parts of various sizes and weights.
    • Individual lifting limit: [Weight]. Team lifting required for items exceeding this weight.
  • Use required personal protective equipment (PPE), including [List PPE].
  • Adhere to all company and Iowa workplace safety procedures.
• Option B: The Employer will provide necessary ergonomic accommodations to the employee.

4. Work Location

• Option A: Employee's primary work location is [Plant/Facility Name], located at [Plant/Facility Address], Iowa.
• Option B: Employee’s specific workstation assignment is [Workstation Description].
• Option C: Employee may be temporarily assigned to other locations as needed.

5. Employment Status and Working Hours

• Option A: This is a full-time position.
  • Regular working hours: [Number] hours per week.
  • Shift: [Shift Description, e.g., First Shift (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM)].
  • Overtime: Hours worked in excess of 40 per week will be paid at 1.5 times the regular rate, per Iowa law.
  • Shift differentials: [Description of Shift Differentials, if any].
  • Meal breaks: [Description of Meal Break Times and Duration].
  • Rest periods: [Description of Rest Period Times and Duration].
• Option B: Timekeeping: Employee must accurately record all working time according to company procedures.

6. Compensation

• Option A: Employee's compensation is [Dollar Amount] per [Hour/Year], payable [Weekly/Bi-Weekly/Monthly] via [Check/Direct Deposit].
• Option B: Payroll is processed [Frequency] and paid on [Day of the Week], in compliance with Iowa law.
• Option C: Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
• Option D: Payroll errors should be reported to [Contact Person/Department] immediately.

7. Performance-Based Bonuses and Incentives

• Option A: Employee may be eligible for performance-based bonuses based on [Criteria, e.g., Production Output, Quality Metrics].
• Option B: Bonus criteria and amounts are determined at Employer's sole discretion and are subject to change.

8. Benefits

• Option A: Employee is eligible for the following benefits:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance (eligibility date: [Date], waiting period: [Duration]).
  • Iowa Workers' Compensation coverage.
  • Unemployment Insurance.
  • [Company/Statutory] Retirement Plan.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO): [Number] days of vacation, [Number] days of sick leave, [Number] days of personal leave.
  • Iowa-legal Holiday Pay.
  • Family or medical leave consistent with Iowa and federal FMLA requirements.
  • Parental leave: [Description of Parental Leave Policy].
  • Bereavement leave: [Description of Bereavement Leave Policy].
  • Jury duty leave as required by Iowa law.
  • [Other Employer-Specific Benefits].
• Option B: Details of these benefits are outlined in the Employee Handbook.

9. Safety and Compliance

• Option A: Employer is committed to compliance with the Iowa Occupational Safety and Health Act (IOSHA).
  • Employee will participate in mandatory OSHA and company safety training sessions.
  • Employee must follow incident and injury reporting procedures.
  • Employee must adhere to lockout/tagout and machine guarding requirements.
  • Hearing protection is required in designated areas.
  • Employee must comply with chemical hazard (right-to-know) information.
  • Employee will participate in ergonomics programs specific to assembly tasks.
  • Employee will participate in emergency evacuation drills and protocols.

10. Intellectual Property, Confidentiality, and Data Protection

• Option A: Employer owns all product designs, process improvements, or proprietary methods devised during employment.
• Option B: Employee must not disclose confidential information regarding assembly processes, production volumes, or client orders.
• Option C: Employee must adhere to protocols regarding the use of proprietary tools, supply chain documentation, and inventory management systems.

11. Employee Conduct

• Option A: Employer maintains a zero-tolerance policy for workplace violence and discrimination/harassment based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, as protected under Iowa and federal law.
• Option B: Employee must maintain a professional demeanor, adhere to supervisor instructions, report maintenance issues, and participate in company meetings/improvement initiatives.
• Option C: Employee must comply with drug and alcohol policies, including drug testing, per Iowa law.
• Option D: Reporting structure: Employee reports to [Supervisor Name/Title].

12. Probationary Period

• Option A: Employee will be subject to a probationary period of [Number] days.
• Option B: Evaluation criteria during the probationary period include [List Criteria].
• Option C: The employer reserves the right to extend the probationary period for business reasons.

13. At-Will Employment

• Option A: This is an at-will employment relationship, meaning either party may terminate the employment at any time, for any lawful reason.
• Option B: Employee agrees to provide [Number] days' notice of resignation.
• Option C: Upon termination, Employee will receive final wages in accordance with Iowa law.

14. Return of Company Property

• Option A: Upon termination, Employee must return all company property, including tools, uniforms, badges, and documentation.

15. Non-Solicitation/Non-Compete/Non-Disclosure

• Option A: Employee agrees not to solicit Employer's customers or employees for [Duration] following termination of employment.
• Option B: Employee agrees not to compete with Employer within a [Radius] mile radius of [Business Location] for a period of [Duration]. This clause is narrowly tailored to protect Employer's legitimate business interests and trade secrets, consistent with Iowa law.
• Option C: Employee shall keep confidential all trade secrets and confidential information obtained during employment, even after termination.

16. Dispute Resolution

• Option A: Employee should first attempt to resolve any disputes internally through the company's complaint procedures.
• Option B: Any legal proceedings related to this Agreement shall be governed by Iowa law and venued in [County] County, Iowa.

17. Equal Opportunity Employer

• Option A: Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under Iowa or federal law.
• Option B: Employer provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities in accordance with the Iowa Civil Rights Act and the ADA.

18. Required Postings and Access to Policies

• Option A: All required workplace postings are displayed in [Location].
• Option B: Employee has access to the company's safety manual and Employee Handbook.

19. Legal Right to Work

• Option A: Employee must provide documentation demonstrating their legal right to work in the United States. Employer may utilize E-Verify as required by law.

20. Reporting Violations

• Option A: Employee should report safety violations to [Contact Person/Department].
• Option B: Employee should report discrimination or harassment to [Contact Person/Department].
• Option C: Employee should report wage violations to [Contact Person/Department], or the Iowa Workforce Development.

21. Modifications and Amendments

• Option A: Any modifications or amendments to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties.

22. Entire Agreement

• Option A: 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 Legal Name] By: [Employer Representative Name] Title: [Employer Representative Title] Date: [Date] [Employee Legal Name] Signature: ____________________________ Date: [Date]