Assembly Lead - Weekends

Friday thru Sunday, hours 07:00-17:00 with Shift Pay Premium

eko is an innovative e-commerce startup dedicated to empowering brands to create, display, and optimize their video assets across digital platforms.

Thanks to our groundbreaking partnership with major retailers, and our ability to demonstrably increase e-commerce sales, we recently broke ground on a new facility focused on processing, capturing, and delivering data & media for millions of unique products annually.

Our first-of-its-kind facility opened this summer in Northwest Arkansas and will scale to hundreds of employees by the end of 2025.

As we embark on our next phase of expansion, we are seeking visionary leaders who thrive in dynamic, “figure-it-out-as-we-go” environments and are eager to grow with us. 

The Assembly Lead will coordinate and oversee daily assembly tasks, ensuring products are prepared accurately, efficiently, and according to company standards. This role involves hands-on work, team leadership, quality control, and collaboration with other warehouse functions such as receiving, inventory, and shipping.

What you will do:

• Lead and oversee the assembly team, ensuring daily tasks are completed on time
• Assign workstations, tasks, and responsibilities to assembly staff based on workflow priorities
• Train new team members on assembly procedures, quality standards, and safety protocols
• Inspect assembled products to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with company guidelines
• Monitor inventory levels for assembly materials and communicate restocking needs
• Troubleshoot assembly issues and resolve problems to minimize downtime
• Collaborate with warehouse leadership to improve processes and efficiency
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe assembly area in compliance with OSHA and company safety policies

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Prior experience in warehouse, assembly, or manufacturing operations
• 2+ years of leadership or team lead experience in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Clear communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work under tight deadlines without compromising quality
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS)
• Lean manufacturing or process improvement knowledge

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials up to 50 lbs
• Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Comfortable working in varying warehouse temperatures

Work Environment:

• This position operates primarily within a warehouse setting
• The noise level can range from moderate to loud
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts and vehicles (forklifts, trucks)

Why Join Us?

• Be part of something groundbreaking. This is an unparalleled opportunity to build the facility maintenance function for a cutting-edge robotics studio at the forefront of innovation.
• Hyper-growth environment. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping a company that is scaling at an exceptional pace.

Benefits

• Premium health, dental and vision insurance
• Mental Health and Wellness Resources
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 12 Paid Holidays 
• PTO
• 3/10 work schedule
• Shift Pay Premium

Note: The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

This position pays a 15% weekend shift premium, with an hourly rate starting at $28.75, with the final rate based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, and location.  In addition, this position will be eligible to work an additional weekend shift on a voluntary basis, based on business needs.  All hourly rates meet or exceed applicable state and federal minimum wage laws. This position is classified as non-exempt and is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

eko is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe our strength lies in the diversity of our people. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that respects and celebrates individual backgrounds, perspectives, and contributions. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.