Oregon assembler employment contract template

Oregon Assembler Employment Agreement

This Oregon Assembler Employment Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and effective as of [Date of Signing, e.g., January 1, 2024], by and between [Employer Legal Name, e.g., Acme Manufacturing, Inc.], a corporation organized and existing under the laws of Oregon, with its principal place of business at [Employer Address, e.g., 123 Main Street, Portland, OR 97204] ("Employer"), and [Employee Full Legal Name, e.g., Jane Doe], residing at [Employee Address, e.g., 456 Oak Avenue, Salem, OR 97301] ("Employee").

Position and Job Description

Option A: Position Title: Assembler. Employee is hired as a full-time Assembler.

Option B: Employee is hired into a temporary Assembler position expected to last [Number] months, with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent role.

Job Description: Employee will perform the following duties:

• Assembling [Product or Part Name, e.g., electronic circuit boards], [Product or Part Name, e.g., mechanical components], and/or [Product or Part Name, e.g., finished goods packaging].
• Operating [Tool/Machinery Model, e.g., automated screwdrivers], [Tool/Machinery Model, e.g., soldering stations], and/or [Tool/Machinery Model, e.g., pneumatic presses].
• Handling [Component Type, e.g., resistors], [Component Type, e.g., microchips], and/or [Component Type, e.g., wiring harnesses].
• Performing manual assembly tasks including [Assembly Task, e.g., crimping wires], [Assembly Task, e.g., installing fasteners], and/or [Assembly Task, e.g., applying adhesives].
• Performing sub-assembly tasks including [Sub-Assembly Task, e.g., assembling component A to component B], [Sub-Assembly Task, e.g., installing sub-assembly C into part D], and/or [Sub-Assembly Task, e.g., assembling wiring harness E into frame F].
• Testing and calibrating assembled products using [Testing Equipment, e.g., multimeters], [Testing Equipment, e.g., pressure gauges], and/or [Testing Equipment, e.g., functional testers].
• Conducting quality inspections to ensure compliance with production line standards and specifications.
• Handling hazardous materials (if applicable) according to OR-OSHA regulations and company safety protocols, including [Specific Hazardous Material, e.g., solvents], [Specific Hazardous Material, e.g., adhesives], and/or [Specific Hazardous Material, e.g., cleaning solutions].
• Packaging finished products for shipment.
• Reporting inventory levels and discrepancies.
• Cleaning and maintaining equipment and work areas.
• Following all safety protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Qualifications and Training

Option A: Employee must possess [Required Certification, e.g., IPC certification] and [Required Certification, e.g., soldering certification].

Option B: Employer will provide required training, including [Training Type, e.g., lockout-tagout], [Training Type, e.g., machine guarding], [Training Type, e.g., safe lifting], and [Training Type, e.g., hazardous material handling], as mandated by OR-OSHA.

Verification: Employee represents and warrants they are qualified to perform the essential functions of the Assembler position in accordance with Oregon OSHA and industry standards.

Reporting Structure and Work Location

Option A: Employee will report to [Shift Supervisor Name, e.g., John Smith], Shift Supervisor.

Option B: Employee will work under the direction of [Team Lead Name, e.g., Mary Jones], Team Lead.

Primary Work Location: [Manufacturing Facility Address, e.g., 789 Pine Street, Eugene, OR 97401].

Backup Work Location (if applicable): [Alternate Manufacturing Facility Address, e.g., 1011 Alder Street, Springfield, OR 97477].

Workplace Safety: Employee shall adhere to all Employer safety policies and procedures and Oregon-specific safety protocols as mandated by OR-OSHA. Employer will provide required PPE at no cost to the employee.

Employment Type and Work Hours

Employment Type: Full-Time.

Regular Work Hours: [Number] hours per week, typically from [Start Time, e.g., 8:00 AM] to [End Time, e.g., 5:00 PM], Monday through Friday.

Overtime: Overtime work may be required. Employee will be compensated at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) times their regular hourly rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek, in accordance with Oregon law.

Meal and Rest Breaks

Rest Breaks: Employee will receive a paid 10-minute rest break for every 4 hours worked.

Meal Breaks: Employee will receive an unpaid 30-minute meal break for every 6 hours worked.

Compliance: Employee is prohibited from working through scheduled breaks. Breaks must be documented according to Employer’s clock-in/clock-out procedures.

Wage and Compensation

Hourly Rate/Salary: Employee will be paid an hourly rate of [Hourly Wage, e.g., $18.00] per hour. This rate is compliant with Oregon's [Minimum Wage Type, e.g., Standard] minimum wage requirement.

Pay Schedule: Employee will be paid [Pay Schedule, e.g., bi-weekly].

Overtime Calculation: Overtime pay will be calculated at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

Holiday Pay: Employee will be paid for [Number] holidays per year in accordance with Oregon law and Employer policy.

Shift Differential (if applicable): Employee will receive a shift differential of [Shift Differential Amount, e.g., $1.00] per hour for working [Specific Shift, e.g., swing shift].

Bonus/Incentive Program (if applicable): Employee may be eligible for a bonus based on meeting or exceeding production metrics. Details of the bonus program are outlined in [Bonus Program Document, e.g., the Employee Handbook].

Pay Stub Information: Pay stubs will itemize gross wages, deductions, and net pay, as required by Oregon statute.

Benefits

Health Insurance: Employer offers health, dental, and vision insurance benefits as detailed in the benefits summary.

Retirement Plan: Employer [Offers/Does Not Offer] a retirement plan. If offered, it complies with OregonSaves requirements.

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave: Employee will accrue paid vacation and sick leave according to Employer's policy, which complies with Oregon's paid sick time law (minimum of one hour per 30 hours worked).

Oregon Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (PFMLI): Employee is entitled to the rights and benefits provided under Oregon's PFMLI program.

Leave of Absence: Employee may be eligible for leave of absence for bereavement, jury duty, or other reasons, according to Employer policy and applicable law.

Workers' Compensation

Employer maintains workers' compensation insurance coverage in accordance with Oregon law.

Employee must report any workplace accident or injury to their supervisor immediately.

Employer will follow established protocols for workplace accidents and injuries, including providing necessary medical care and facilitating a return-to-work program, if applicable.

Safety and Health Policies

Employee shall comply with all Employer safety and health policies and procedures, which meet OR-OSHA and industry-specific regulations.

Employee must participate in mandatory safety training programs.

Employee must report any unsafe conditions or hazards to their supervisor immediately.

Retaliation against employees for reporting safety issues is strictly prohibited.

Intellectual Property

Any process improvements or inventions directly related to the assembly line, tools, or methods developed by Employee during their employment are the property of the Employer, subject to Oregon law.

"Work for hire" provisions apply to all such developments.

Confidentiality and Non-Solicitation

Employee shall not disclose any confidential information regarding the Employer's assembly processes, unreleased products, trade secrets, or customer information.

Non-Solicitation: Employee shall not solicit any employees or customers of the Employer during their employment and for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment.

Non-Compete: Due to Oregon law, this agreement [Does Not Include/Includes] a non-compete clause because the salary [Is Below/$100,533 or More] per year. [If Included] The non-compete is enforceable for [Number] months and only if the Employee's annual salary exceeds the Oregon minimum threshold ($100,533 as of 2024).

Behavioral Expectations

Employee shall maintain punctuality and good attendance.

Employee shall adhere to the Employer's dress code, including PPE requirements.

Employee shall maintain safe work habits.

Use of mobile devices during work hours is restricted to authorized purposes only.

Employer maintains a drug-free workplace. While Oregon allows recreational marijuana use, Employer prohibits use or impairment during work hours.

Employee shall adhere to all company policies and procedures.

Employee shall meet or exceed quality and production targets.

Disciplinary and Grievance Procedure

Employer will follow a fair and consistent disciplinary procedure, including oral/written warnings and termination, as warranted.

Employee has the right to appeal adverse actions through the Employer's grievance procedure.

At-Will Employment

Employee's employment is at-will, meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, subject to the terms of this Agreement.

Voluntary Resignation: Employee must provide [Number] days' notice of resignation.

Final Paycheck: Upon resignation, Employee will receive their final paycheck on the next regular payday. If terminated by Employer, final wages are due according to Oregon law.

Return of Property: Employee must return all company property, tools, and uniforms upon termination of employment.

Severance: Severance policies, if any, are outlined in a separate document.

Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment

Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under Oregon and federal law.

Employer has a zero-tolerance policy for workplace harassment, bullying, or retaliation.

Employee should report any incidents of discrimination or harassment to [Designated Contact/Department, e.g., Human Resources], as outlined in the Employee Handbook and in accordance with Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) guidelines and the Oregon Workplace Fairness Act.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon.

Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in [County Name, e.g., Multnomah] County, Oregon.

Employer [Does/Does Not] require mandatory arbitration of employment disputes.

If required, all arbitration policies comply with Oregon statutory requirements, including those related to harassment and discrimination claims.

Acknowledgement

Employee acknowledges receipt and review of this Agreement, the Employee Handbook, and all applicable OSHA and workplace safety materials.

Data Privacy

Employer will protect Employee's personal data in accordance with Oregon data privacy laws.

Background checks, if required, will be conducted in compliance with Oregon's "Ban the Box" and other fair hiring laws.

Recurring drug screening or physicals, if required, will be subject to Employee's consent and authorization.

Adjustments to Employment

Employer may make adjustments to Employee's shift schedule, subject to applicable laws and Employer policy.

Temporary layoff and recall procedures will be followed in accordance with Oregon law.

Union Relationship

The Assembler workforce [Is/Is Not] unionized. If unionized, this Agreement is subject to all applicable provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Equipment and Uniforms

Employer will provide Employee with the following equipment, supplies, and uniforms necessary to perform their job duties: [List of Equipment, e.g., safety glasses], [List of Equipment, e.g., work gloves], [List of Equipment, e.g., uniform shirts].

All required PPE will be provided at no cost to the Employee, in compliance with Oregon law.

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]

[Employee Full Legal Name]

Signature: ____________________________