South Dakota assembler employment contract template

South Dakota Assembler Employment Contract

This South Dakota Assembler Employment Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between:

[Employer Name], a [State] [Corporation/LLC] with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] (“Employer”), and

[Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] (“Employee”).

Employer and Employee agree as follows:

1. Employment

• The Employer hires the Employee as a full-time Assembler.
• Option A: The Employee accepts such employment and agrees to perform the duties described below.
• Option B: The Employer may modify these duties at any time, provided the Employee is notified.

2. Job Description

• The Employee will perform assembly work, including but not limited to:
  • Mechanical assembly
  • Electronics assembly
  • Industrial assembly
• The Employee will utilize the following tools and equipment:
  • Hand tools
  • Power tools
  • Mechanical lifts
  • Safety devices
• The Employee will perform work in:
  • Production lines
  • Cell-based environments
• The Employee will perform assembly techniques including:
  • Fastening
  • Welding
  • Soldering
  • Calibrating
  • Quality control inspection
  • Blueprint reading
• The Employee will use measurement instruments.
• The Employee will adhere to standardized work instructions and safety protocols.
• Physical demands include: [List physical demands, e.g., lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for 8 hours].

3. Qualifications

• The Employee must possess the following education and certifications:
  • Required Education: [Education Level]
  • Required Certifications: [List Certifications, e.g., OSHA 10/30, Lockout/Tagout, Forklift]
• The Employee must have prior experience in industrial or manufacturing assembly.
  • Option A: [Number] years of experience required.
  • Option B: Prior experience is preferred.

4. Work Location

• The Employee’s primary work location will be at the Employer’s South Dakota manufacturing plant located at: [Address].
  • Option A: The employee may be required to work at multiple sites.
  • Option B: Travel between sites may be required.
• Shift work and overtime assignments may be required.

5. Work Schedule

• The Employee’s position is full-time, with a scheduled [Number] hours per week.
  • Option A: The shift pattern is [Day/Second/Night].
  • Option B: The employee must maintain reliability and punctuality.
• The employee is [Eligible/Not Eligible] for overtime.
• Overtime will be calculated at 1.5 times the regular rate of pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, as required by federal and South Dakota law.
• Meal and rest break policies are as follows: [Detail meal and rest break policies. Note South Dakota does not mandate breaks, so employer policy must be explicit].

6. Compensation

• The Employee will be paid at an hourly rate of [Dollar Amount] per hour or a salary of [Dollar Amount] per year.
• The pay period is [Weekly/Biweekly].
• Payment will be made by [Direct Deposit/Check].
• The employee is [Eligible/Not Eligible] for shift differentials, overtime premiums, productivity, or attendance bonuses.
  • If eligible, specify the details: [Details of bonuses and premiums].
• Deductions will be made for: [List Deductions, e.g., taxes, insurance].

7. Benefits

• The Employee is eligible for the following benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement/pension plan
  • Paid time off (vacation, personal leave, holidays, sick leave): [Detail PTO policy. Note South Dakota has no state-mandated paid leave]
  • Allowances: [List allowances, e.g., safety footwear, uniforms, tool reimbursement]
  • Training or upskilling programs for manufacturing/assembly staff
  • Workers’ compensation insurance as required by South Dakota statute.

8. Occupational Health and Workplace Safety

• The Employer is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace and complying with OSHA and South Dakota Department of Labor requirements.
• The Employee must use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• The Employee must participate in safety training.
• The Employee must report any injuries immediately.
• Accident response procedures are as follows: [Detail accident response procedures].

9. Behavioral and Performance Standards

• The Employee must adhere to production quotas.
• The Employee must maintain an acceptable rate of error/rework.
• The Employee must comply with instructions from the line supervisor.
• The Employee must adhere to attendance and punctuality expectations.
• The Employee must use time-tracking systems or badge-in/out processes.

10. Workplace Conduct

• The Employee must comply with all workplace conduct rules, anti-harassment, and anti-discrimination policies.
• The Employer prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, age, or disability, as protected by South Dakota and federal law.
• The Employee is entitled to a safe and respectful workplace.

11. Confidentiality

• The Employee must maintain the confidentiality of proprietary assembly processes, product designs, client lists, and manufacturing methods.
• All inventions, improvements, or work products developed by the Employee during their employment are the property of the Employer.

12. Use of Employer Property

• The Employee is prohibited from unauthorized use or removal of Employer materials, parts, tools, or company property.

13. Outside Employment

• The Employee [Is/Is Not] restricted from outside employment, especially work for competitors or in similar assembly roles.
  • Option A: If restricted, specify the limitations: [Details of restrictions, ensuring they are reasonable and compliant with South Dakota law].

14. At-Will Employment

• The employment relationship is at-will, meaning either party may terminate the relationship at any time for any lawful reason.
• Resignation requires [Number] days’ notice.
• The Employer may terminate employment immediately for cause, including but not limited to safety violations, theft, or gross negligence.
• Final wages will be paid on the next regular payday, as required by South Dakota law.

15. Reporting and Dispute Resolution

• The Employee should report any concerns or disputes to [Designated Person/Department].
• The Employer encourages resolution through internal channels.
  • Option A: The parties agree to attempt mediation or arbitration before pursuing litigation.
  • Option B: Disputes will be governed by South Dakota law and resolved in South Dakota courts.

16. Mandatory Notices

• The Employer will provide mandatory notices required by South Dakota law, including notice of workers’ compensation coverage.

17. Return of Employer Property

• Upon termination, the Employee must return all Employer property, including access cards and documents.

18. Review of Job Duties

• The Employer may periodically review and update job duties to reflect changes in assembly technology or regulatory compliance.

19. Amendment of Policies

• The Employer reserves the right to amend policies as business or legal conditions dictate.

20. Customization

• This contract may be customized to vary specific duties, wage rates, benefits, or reporting relationships.
• Provisions not required by South Dakota statute are optional.

21. Entire Agreement

• This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter hereof.

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

[Employer Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

[Employee Name]

[Employee Signature]