Summer/Seasonal General Assembly

Description

Whisker is redefining what it means to live with cats—designing intelligent systems that remove friction, elevate the everyday, and celebrate the quiet brilliance of feline companionship. Today, Litter-Robot leads the category. Tomorrow, an entire ecosystem that expands what’s possible for cats and the people who love them. We believe the future is feline. And we’re imagining that future today.

We work onsite with our team based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and Juneau, Wisconsin. Our team of 700+ passionate pet people thrives on collaboration, innovation, and the occasional office cameo from a four-legged friend. 

Want to tell people you built a robot this summer?  

Join the "Summer Crew" at WhiskerPark in Juneau or our partner warehouse in Reeseville! We don’t just make stuff; we hand-assemble the world’s leading automated pet appliances. Skip the boring retail shifts and get hands-on with high-tech assembly in our clean, temperature-controlled facility. 

Competitive hourly rates starting around $18-$21/hr, plus an extra $1.50/hr for second-shift legends! Every robot you build makes life better for pets and their parents.

• Real Skills: Learn Lean manufacturing, 5S principles, and work with sophisticated RF scanners and systems.
• Leadership Pipeline: We love to promote from within! Show us your "superpowers" this summer and open doors for permanent roles post-grad.
• Deep Roots: Work for a company that’s invested millions into the local Dodge County community.
• The Schedule: 
  • 1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
  • 2nd Shift: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM

Overtime and weekend work may be required.

What You’ll Do:

As a Robot Assembler, you will assemble parts to build robotic appliances for pets (Litter-Robot & Feeder-Robot). As an assembling professional, you will build robots as per our work instructions, prepare assembly areas, work with your colleagues to improve line performance, and join a winning team leading the future of pet care.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

• Perform all duties safely while following company policies, procedures, and safety standards 
• Assemble robotic pet appliances according to detailed work instructions and production requirements 
• Prepare workstations/assembly areas by ensuring all tools, equipment, and materials are in good condition and ready for use 
• Identify and report safety, ergonomic, quality, or documentation issues; support and follow through on corrective actions 
• Follow work instructions closely and alert Engineering or Management to any errors or inconsistencies 
• Demonstrate willingness and ability to perform all functions of the assembly process across multiple products and lines 
• Perform final testing and quality control checks to ensure products meet company standards and specifications 
• Package finished products for shipment, ensuring accuracy, protection, and damage prevention 
• Handle components and finished goods carefully to maintain product quality 
• Operate basic hand and power tools safely and in accordance with established protocols 
• Assist with troubleshooting minor production or equipment issues to minimize downtime and maintain workflow 
• Follow lean manufacturing practices and actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives 
• Support cross-training efforts by learning and performing tasks in multiple areas as needed 
• Communicate clearly and effectively with Supervisors, Engineering, and Quality teams regarding production issues and improvement opportunities 
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace; contribute to a positive and team-oriented work environment 
• Participate in shift meetings and team huddles to stay aligned on daily goals, priorities, and production targets 
• Adapt to changing production demands, schedules, and priorities; move between lines and tasks as needed 
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred 
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently to communicate effectively with customers, colleagues, and cross-functional teams 
• Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged; additional language skills ar