Maine assembler employment contract template

Maine Assembler Employment Agreement

This Maine Assembler Employment Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and effective as of [Date] by and between [Employer Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with a principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Position:

• Option A: The Employer hereby employs the Employee as an Assembler.
• Option B: The Employer hereby employs the Employee as an Assembler Trainee.

2. Job Description:

The Employee's primary duties shall include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assembling products or components according to technical blueprints and assembly instructions.
• Operating assembly line machinery.
• Inspecting finished parts for quality and identifying defects.
• Using hand tools, power tools, and safety equipment.
• Maintaining a clean and safe workstation.
• Performing routine maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Following standardized work procedures.
• Participating in on-the-job safety and skills training.
• Compliance with OSHA and Maine Bureau of Labor Standards safety protocols.
• Reporting any machinery malfunctions or safety hazards immediately.

3. Physical Demands:

• Option A: The Employee must be able to stand for extended periods.
• Option B: The Employee must be able to lift up to [Number] pounds.
• Option C: Repetitive motion is required.
• Option D: Use of protective gear is required. (See Section 12)

4. Place of Work and Work Schedule:

The Employee's place of work will be at the Employer's facility located at [Facility Address] in Maine.

• Option A: The Employee's work schedule will be [Number] hours per week, from [Start Time] to [End Time], [Days of the Week].
• Option B: The Employee's work schedule will be determined by the Employer based on production needs and communicated to the Employee in advance.
• The employee is entitled to Maine-mandated meal and rest breaks.
• Overtime will be paid at not less than 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, as required by Maine law.

5. Compensation:

• Option A: The Employee will be paid an hourly wage of [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Option B: The Employee will be paid a salary of [Dollar Amount] per year.
• The Employee will be paid bi-weekly.
• Payment will be made via [Method of Payment].
• All deductions will be in accordance with Maine taxation and wage laws.
• The Employer complies with Maine minimum wage laws.

6. Performance Evaluations and Merit Increases:

• Option A: The Employee's performance will be evaluated [Frequency].
• Option B: Merit increases, if any, will be based on performance evaluations.

7. Benefits:

The Employee is eligible for the following benefits:

• Option A: Health insurance coverage.
• Option B: Dental insurance coverage.
• Option C: Vision insurance coverage.
• Paid time off: [Number] days per year.
• Paid sick leave is accrued as required under Maine law.
• Vacation accrual: [Accrual Rate].
• Paid holidays: [List of Holidays].
• Eligibility for Maine unemployment insurance.
• Option D: Short-term disability insurance.
• Option E: Long-term disability insurance.
• Retirement plan: [Plan Details].
• Option F: Employer matching of retirement contributions up to [Percentage].

8. Training, Certification, and Licensing:

• Option A: The Employee is required to obtain [Certification/License].
• The Employer will [Reimburse/Schedule] the Employee for required training.

9. Safety, Health, and Wellness:

• The Employer is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment as mandated by the Maine Department of Labor.
• The Employee is required to report any workplace injuries or accidents immediately.
• The Employee is encouraged to participate in safety committees, if any.

10. Drug-Free and Smoke-Free Workplace:

The Employer maintains a drug-free and smoke-free workplace.

11. Workplace Conduct:

The Employee is expected to conduct themselves professionally and in compliance with the Employer's policies, including anti-harassment, non-discrimination, and equal employment opportunity policies, as required by the Maine Human Rights Act.

12. Work Attire and PPE:

The Employee is required to wear the following work attire and PPE: [Description of Attire and PPE].

• Option A: The Employer provides uniforms.
• Option B: The Employer will reimburse the Employee for work attire up to [Dollar Amount].

13. Reporting Relationships:

The Employee will report to [Supervisor Name].

14. Background Check and Drug Screening:

• Option A: Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
• Option B: Employment is contingent upon a negative drug screening.
• All background checks and drug screening will be conducted in compliance with Maine law.

15. At-Will Employment:

Employment with the Employer is at-will, meaning that either the Employee or the Employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, subject to any applicable contract, collective bargaining agreement, or wrongful discharge protections under Maine law.

16. Termination:

• The Employer may terminate the Employee's employment for cause.
• The Employee may resign by providing [Number] weeks' written notice.
• Final paycheck will be delivered as required by Maine statute.
• The Employee must return all Employer property upon termination.

17. Layoff Procedures:

• Option A: In the event of a layoff, the Employer will provide [Number] weeks' notice.
• Option B: Recall rights may be available based on performance.

18. Intellectual Property:

• Option A: Any inventions or improvements made by the Employee during their employment related to the Employer's business are the property of the Employer, subject to Maine law.

19. Confidentiality:

The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of manufacturing processes, client information, product designs, and trade secrets. This obligation survives termination of employment and adheres to Maine enforceability standards.

20. Non-Solicitation:

• Option A: The Employee agrees not to solicit the Employer's clients or employees for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment. (Note: Enforceability of non-solicitation agreements in Maine may be limited. Consult with legal counsel.)

21. Outside Work:

The Employee shall not engage in competing assembly work during the course of full-time employment, to the extent allowed by Maine law.

22. Grievance Procedures and Dispute Resolution:

• Option A: Any disputes arising out of this Agreement shall be resolved through mediation in [City, Maine].
• Option B: Any disputes arising out of this Agreement shall be resolved through arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

23. Governing Law and Venue:

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Maine. The venue for any legal action arising out of this Agreement shall be in [County] County, Maine.

24. Employee Handbook:

The Employee agrees to adhere to the policies and procedures outlined in the Employer's Employee Handbook, which is incorporated herein by reference.

25. Reporting Procedures:

The Employee is required to report any safety violations, workplace harassment, or discrimination to [Designated Person/Department].

26. Union Affiliation:

The Employee has the right to join, or refrain from joining, a labor union consistent with Maine’s labor relations statutes.

• Option A: This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with [Union Name].

27. Onboarding Process:

The Employee must complete the required onboarding process, including providing documentation to verify eligibility to work in the US and completing Form I-9.

• Option A: The Employer utilizes E-Verify.

28. Amendment:

This Agreement may be amended only by a written instrument signed by both parties.

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

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[Employer Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

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[Employee Name]

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Witness (Optional)

[Witness Name]