Maryland assembler employment contract template

Maryland Assembler Employment Contract

This Maryland Assembler Employment Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of this [Date], by and between [Employer Name], a company organized under the laws of Maryland, with a principal place of business at [Employer Address] (“Employer”), and [Employee 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 Part-Time Assembler.

2. Job Description

• The Employee's primary responsibility is to perform assembly tasks, including but not limited to:
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and blueprints.
• Identifying components.
• Using assembly tools and machinery.
• Performing inspections of parts and finished assemblies.
• Adhering to quality assurance protocols.
• Participating in preventative maintenance.
• Reporting equipment malfunctions.
• Documenting production data.
• Following work instructions.
• Compliance with Clean Room or other environmental controls as required.
• Cooperating with team leads and supervisors.

3. Work Location

• Option A: The Employee's primary work location will be at Employer’s facility located at [Facility Address, City, Maryland].
• Option B: The Employee's primary work location will be at various sites as assigned by the employer.

4. Work Schedule

• The Employee's work schedule is as follows:
• Standard working hours: [Start Time] to [End Time], [Days of the Week].
• Shift: [Shift Name]
• Breaks: [Break Schedule].
• Overtime will be compensated in accordance with Maryland law.

5. Employment Type

• Option A: Full-Time Employment
• Expected hourly work: [Number] hours per week.
• Minimum guaranteed hours: [Number] hours per week.
• Option B: Part-Time Employment
• Expected hourly work: [Number] hours per week.
• Minimum guaranteed hours: N/A

6. Compensation

• Option A: Hourly Wage: The Employee shall be paid an hourly wage of [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Overtime Wage: 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
• Option B: Salary: The Employee shall be paid a fixed salary of [Dollar Amount] per year.
• Payment Frequency: [Weekly/Bi-weekly/Monthly].
• Payment Method: [Direct Deposit/Physical Check].
• Deductions: All legally required deductions, including taxes and any agreed-upon deductions (e.g., union dues if applicable).

7. Benefits

• Option A: The Employee is eligible for the following benefits:
• Health Insurance: [Details of Plan]
• Dental Insurance: [Details of Plan]
• Vision Insurance: [Details of Plan]
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrual rate as per Maryland Healthy Working Families Act or [Number] days per year.
• Sick Leave: Accrual rate as per Maryland Healthy Working Families Act or [Number] days per year.
• Vacation: [Number] days per year.
• Holidays: [List of Holidays]
• Pension/401(k): [Details of Plan]
• Option B: The Employee is not eligible for benefits beyond those mandated by Maryland law.

8. Occupational Health and Safety

• Employee agrees to:
• Follow all safety protocols.
• Attend required training sessions.
• Use mandatory PPE.
• Participate in ergonomic assessments.
• Report all incidents immediately.
• Adhere to drug-free workplace policies.
• Employer is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment in compliance with OSHA and MOSH.

9. Certifications and Training

• Employee is required to possess the following certifications: [List of Certifications].
• Employer will provide training in: [List of Training Programs].

10. Workplace Conduct

• Employee agrees to maintain professional conduct, including:
• No horseplay.
• Strict adherence to material handling protocols.
• Punctuality and attendance.
• Reporting unsafe conditions or process deviations.

11. Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure

• Employee acknowledges that they may have access to confidential information and agrees to:
• Keep all confidential information secret.
• Not disclose confidential information to any third party.
• All inventions and discoveries related to Employer's business are the property of the Employer.

12. Non-Compete

• Employee acknowledges that Maryland law places restrictions on non-compete agreements.
• Non-Compete Clause: [Insert Non-Compete Clause Here - Ensure Compliance with Maryland Law, Especially Section 3-716 of the Maryland Labor and Employment Code and only if permissible under law, should be narrowly tailored and explained in plain language]. If no agreement, write "No non-compete agreement is in effect."

13. At-Will Employment

• Option A: Employee's employment is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause or notice.
• Written Notice Period: [Number] days written notice required for resignation (Optional).
• Option B: Employer can only terminate with cause.

14. Dispute Resolution

• Any disputes arising out of this Agreement shall be resolved as follows:
• Internal grievance reporting.
• Optional Mediation.
• Arbitration.
• Maryland state court jurisdiction and venue.

15. Equal Employment Opportunity

Employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable local, state, and federal anti-discrimination laws, including the Maryland Human Relations Law.

16. Union Representation (If Applicable)

• Option A: The Employee is a member of the [Union Name] union and is subject to the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.
• Union Dues: [Details of Union Dues].
• Option B: The Employee is not part of a union.

17. Required Postings and Notifications

The following postings and notifications are attached to this agreement or will be provided separately: FMLA, Worker’s Compensation, Unemployment Insurance, MOSH, and Wage/Hour Laws.

18. Pre-Employment Checks

• Option A: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the following:
• Background Check.
• Drug Test.
• Physical Examination.
• Option B: No Pre-employment checks required.

19. Accommodations for Disabilities

Employer will provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities in accordance with Maryland law.

20. Whistleblower Protection

Employee is protected from retaliation for reporting regulatory violations or unsafe conditions.

21. Industrial Property Risks/Hazards

• Employee agrees to adhere to all policies regarding:
• Chemical/Material Spills.
• Noise Exposure.
• Machine Guarding.
• Lock/Tag-Out.

22. Signatures

By signing below, the parties acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agree to the terms of this Agreement.

Employer:

____________________________

[Employer Representative Name], [Employer Representative Title]

Date: ____________________________

Employee:

____________________________

[Employee Name]

Date: ____________________________