South Carolina assembler employment contract template

South Carolina Assembler Employment Contract

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

• Employer: [Company Name], located at [Company Address], phone: [Company Phone], email: [Company Email]
• Employee: [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address], phone: [Employee Phone], email: [Employee Email]

1. Employment

• Option A: The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a full-time Assembler.
• Option B: The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a part-time Assembler.

2. Job Title and Responsibilities

• The Employee's job title is Assembler.
• The Employee's responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Interpreting blueprints, diagrams, and work orders.
• Selecting and using appropriate hand and power tools.
• Assembling product components on the production line.
• Conducting quality inspections.
• Following established manufacturing procedures and safety protocols.
• Performing routine equipment maintenance.
• Identifying assembly defects.
• Proper documentation of work.

3. Physical Demands and Requirements

• The Employee must be able to:
• Stand for extended periods.
• Lift up to [Weight Limit] pounds.
• Possess manual dexterity.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

4. Reporting and Teamwork

• The Employee will report to [Supervisor Name/Title].
• Option A: The Employee is expected to participate in team-based workflow within the assembly process.
• Option B: The Employee will work independently under general supervision.

5. Work Location

• The primary work location is [Work Location Address], located in South Carolina.
• Option A: The Employee may be required to travel to other work sites as needed.
• Option B: The Employee's work location is fixed.

6. Employment Status and Hours

• The Employee is a full-time employee.
• The standard work week is [Number] hours per week.
• The regular shift schedule is [Day/Swing/Night Shift].
• Overtime will be paid at a rate of 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, as required by South Carolina and federal law.
• Option A: A shift differential of [Dollar Amount or Percentage] will be paid for [Swing/Night Shift].
• Option B: No shift differential will be paid.
• Overtime:
• Option A: Mandatory overtime may be required.
• Option B: Overtime is voluntary.

7. Compensation

• The Employee's hourly wage is [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Option A: The Employee's salary is [Dollar Amount] per year.
• Pay frequency is [Weekly/Bi-Weekly].
• Payroll deductions will include applicable federal, state, and local taxes, as well as any agreed-upon deductions.
• Option A: Bonus Policy: The employee is eligible for a bonus based on production metrics. Details are provided in Exhibit A.
• Option B: No bonus is provided.

8. Benefits

• The Employee is eligible for the following benefits, subject to eligibility requirements:
• Group health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• [Number] paid holidays per year, according to the company holiday schedule.
• Vacation accrual as per company policy.
• Option A: Paid sick leave as per company policy.
• Option B: No paid sick leave is provided.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Option A: Tuition reimbursement.
• Option B: No tuition reimbursement.
• Option A: Uniform allowance.
• Option B: No uniform allowance.

9. Safety and Training

• The Employee is required to participate in all workplace safety and training programs, including OSHA-mandated training.
• The Employee must adhere to all safety protocols and procedures.

10. Workplace Injuries

• The Employee is covered under South Carolina workers' compensation law.
• The Employee must promptly report any workplace injuries to their supervisor.

11. Confidentiality

• The Employee shall maintain the confidentiality of all proprietary information, trade secrets, and company data.
• The Employee shall not disclose any confidential information to third parties.

12. Company Property

• The Employee is responsible for the proper use and care of company property and equipment.
• The Employee must return all company property upon termination of employment.

13. Conduct and Standards

• The Employee must adhere to all company policies and procedures, including those related to conduct, punctuality, and attendance.
• The Employee must comply with all anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies.

14. Intellectual Property

Any inventions or process improvements created by the Employee during the course of employment, related to their job duties, shall be the property of the Employer.

15. Restrictive Covenants

• Option A: Non-Compete: Employee agrees not to engage in similar employment within a [Number] mile radius for [Number] months after termination, specific to [specific assembly processes or customer relationships]. This is narrowly tailored and enforceable under South Carolina law.
• Option B: Non-Solicitation: Employee agrees not to solicit the company's employees or customers for [Number] months after termination.
• Option C: No restrictive covenants apply.

16. 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 or notice, subject to applicable law.

17. Termination

• Voluntary Resignation: The Employee must provide [Number] weeks' written notice of resignation.
• Employer Termination: The Employer may terminate employment for cause, subject to company policy.
• Layoffs: In the event of a layoff or plant closing, the Employer will comply with all applicable state and federal laws, including the WARN Act if applicable.

18. Final Wage Payment

• Upon termination, the Employee will receive their final wage payment on the next regular payday, as required by South Carolina law.
• Accrued vacation time will be paid out according to company policy.

19. Dispute Resolution

• Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through internal grievance procedures, followed by mediation or arbitration, before any litigation.
• This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of South Carolina.
• The exclusive venue for any legal action shall be the courts of [County Name] County, South Carolina.

20. Compliance

The Employer complies with all applicable South Carolina labor laws and regulations, including E-Verify and right-to-work laws.

21. Equal Opportunity

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

22. Privacy and Monitoring

The Employee acknowledges that the workplace may be subject to video surveillance and other forms of monitoring, in compliance with South Carolina law.

23. Policy Changes

The Employer reserves the right to update, modify, or supplement policies contained within this Agreement, with written notice to the Employee.

By signing below, the Employee acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agree to the terms and conditions of this South Carolina Assembler Employment Contract.

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[Employee Name]

Employee Signature

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[Date]

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[Company Representative Name]

Employer Signature

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[Date]