Virginia assembler employment contract template

Virginia Assembler Employment Agreement

This Full-Time Assembler Employment Agreement is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Employer Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with its 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 intends to employ Employee, and Employee intends to accept employment with Employer, as a Full-Time Assembler, subject to satisfactory completion of a probationary period as defined in Section [Section Number].

2. Job Description:

• Employee will perform the duties of a Full-Time Assembler, including, but not limited to:
  • Assembly of mechanical or electronic components.
  • Use of specific machinery and tools including [List of Tools and Machinery].
  • Following technical drawings or blueprints.
  • Adherence to quality assurance and safety procedures.
  • Participation in mandatory safety training.
  • Routine equipment maintenance.
  • Documentation of assembly processes.
  • Record-keeping as required by state regulations.
  • Proper handling of hazardous materials (if applicable).
  • Compliance with plant-specific operational guidelines.
• Employee must possess or obtain within [Timeframe]: [List Required Certifications].
• Employee is required to use the following PPE: [List Required PPE].

3. Work Location:

• Option A: The primary work location will be at [Work Location Address] in Virginia.
• Option B: The Employee may be required to work at other locations within [City/County], Virginia, as reasonably directed by the Employer.
• Option C: Work-site assignments and transfers are subject to the Employer’s business needs and will be communicated to the Employee with reasonable notice.

4. Hours of Work:

• Option A: This is a full-time position. The standard work week is [Number] hours per week.
  • The shift schedule is [Shift Schedule].
  • Overtime work may be required and will be compensated in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act and Virginia law.
• Option B: This is a full-time position. The standard work week is [Number] hours per week.
  • The shift schedule is [Shift Schedule].
  • All overtime must be pre-approved by [Supervisor Title].
• Option C: Meal and rest breaks will be provided in accordance with Virginia law. Specific break times are [Break Times].

5. Compensation:

• Option A: The Employee will be paid a base wage of [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Option B: The Employee will be paid a base salary of [Dollar Amount] per year, payable [Weekly/Bi-Weekly].
• Pay frequency is [Weekly/Bi-Weekly].
• Payment method is [Direct Deposit/Check].
• Overtime will be calculated at a rate of one and one-half times the regular rate of pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
• Shift differential pay of [Dollar Amount] per hour will be paid for work on the [Shift Name] shift.
• Bonus eligibility is subject to [Bonus Criteria Document or Clause Reference].

6. Employee Benefits:

• Employer will provide the following benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable benefit plans:
  • Workers' Compensation Insurance.
  • Unemployment Insurance.
  • Disability Insurance (if applicable).
  • Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) in accordance with federal and Virginia law.
  • Option A: Health, dental, and vision insurance. Details are in the employee handbook.
  • Option B: Health, dental, and vision insurance. The employee is responsible for [Percentage]% of the premium.
  • Retirement plan (if applicable). Details are in the plan document.
  • Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and public holidays). Details are in the employee handbook.
  • Transportation allowance (if applicable): [Dollar Amount] per [Time Period].
  • Uniform allowance (if applicable): [Dollar Amount] per [Time Period].
  • Tuition or technical certification reimbursement (if applicable): Subject to [Reimbursement Policy Document or Clause Reference].
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (if applicable).

7. Safety:

• Employee must comply with all Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) regulations and Employer's safety rules.
• Employee must use required PPE at all times.
• Employee must participate in mandatory safety meetings and training.
• Workplace accidents and injuries must be reported immediately to [Supervisor Title].
• Post-accident drug testing may be required in accordance with Virginia law.

8. Quality Control:

• Employee must adhere to Employer's quality control standards.
• Employee must document all completed work for compliance and audit purposes.

9. Confidentiality:

• Employee must maintain the confidentiality of Employer's proprietary information, including manufacturing processes, technical drawings, trade secrets, and customer data.
• This confidentiality obligation survives the termination of this Agreement.

10. Intellectual Property:

• Any inventions, improvements, or process innovations developed by Employee during employment belong to Employer, except for prior inventions or outside work properly disclosed in writing to Employer.

11. Non-Competition/Non-Solicitation:

• Option A: Employee agrees not to solicit Employer's employees or customers for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment.
• Option B: Due to the Employee's wage level, no non-compete agreement is required for this position. However, confidentiality obligations remain in effect as described above.
• Option C: This section is intentionally left blank.

12. Professional Conduct:

• Employee must comply with Employer's anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policies, as required by the Virginia Human Rights Act.
• Employee must adhere to plant rules and regulations.
• Substance abuse is prohibited in accordance with Virginia law and Employer's policies.
• Employee must maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality.

13. Reporting Structure:

• Employee will report to [Supervisor Name], [Supervisor Title].
• Issues should be escalated to [Next Level Supervisor] if necessary.
• Team-based assembly or cross-shift communication is required as directed by [Supervisor Name].

14. At-Will Employment:

Employment is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause, subject to the notice provisions below.

15. Termination:

• Option A: Employee must provide [Number] days written notice of resignation.
• Option B: Employer may terminate employment with or without cause.
• Option C: In the event of reduction-in-force or layoff, Employer will provide [Number] weeks' notice or severance pay in lieu of notice, in accordance with Employer's policy.
• Final wage payment will be made within [Number] days of termination, including payment for any accrued and unused vacation time in accordance with Employer's policy.
• Employee must return all company property, including tools, PPE, and documents, upon termination.

16. Employment Eligibility:

• Employee must provide documentation verifying employment eligibility in accordance with I-9 and E-Verify requirements.
• Employee agrees to undergo a criminal background check and/or drug screen as permitted by Virginia law.

17. Grievance and Dispute Resolution:

• Option A: Employee should first attempt to resolve any grievances internally with [Supervisor Title].
• Option B: Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be submitted to mediation in [City/County], Virginia, prior to initiating any legal action.
• Option C: Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved by binding arbitration in [City/County], Virginia, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
• This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Jurisdiction and venue for any legal action shall be in the courts of [County Name], Virginia.

18. Statutory Compliance:

Employer will comply with all applicable Virginia laws and regulations, including minimum wage, child labor restrictions (if applicable), and all other relevant employment ordinances.

19. Union Representation (If Applicable):

• Option A: This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with [Union Name].
• Option B: This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

20. Job Duties and Cross-Training:

• Employee may be required to perform other job duties or cross-train for other assembly or manufacturing lines as requested by Employer.
• Employee may be required to accept reasonable assignments or work location changes within Virginia.

21. Entire Agreement:

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.

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]
[Employer Representative Title]

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[Employee Name]

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Date