Assistant Operator - 3rd Shift

Hourly rate: $17.84. Full-time, Monday through Friday with overtime required when necessary, including some weekends. Growth potential available.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operating production machinery at maximum capacity and speed.
• Work to improve setup times and reduce downtime daily.
• Identify and address mechanical concerns; report to supervisor.
• Work at a fast pace to adhere to the production schedule.
• Learn machine operation, including downtime, setup times, and product quality.
• Assist with completing necessary reports accurately and timely.
• Set up slotting, feed, and die cut sections on machines using proper techniques.
• Monitor board quality for defects and make adjustments as needed.
• Willingness to progress and cross-train on other machines.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and housekeeping.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art environment.
• Six consecutive months of experience in a manufacturing operation (preferred).
• Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Able to calculate figures such as percentages, measurements, volume, and rate.
• Apply concepts of high school math.
• Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions in written, oral, or graphic form.
• Ability to handle problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Working knowledge of equipment design, product layouts, production specifications, and quality specifications.
• May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, or hear.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally required to sit.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation plans and full benefits package (eligible within one month of hire).
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Pre-Paid Legal, and Identity Theft protection.
• 401(k) with company match after 90 days.
• Wellness reimbursement program (eligible within one month of hire).
• No waiting period on 9 paid holidays annually.
• Paid vacation days after 6 months.

Performance Measurements

• Operating standards: Meet or exceed standards in quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction, and productivity (set annually and communicated to the employee).
• Personal growth: Develop annual goals with supervisor; responsibility for professional growth lies with the individual.
• Employee relations: Evaluated on behaviors related to human interaction, respect, and communication.
• Creativity: Evaluated on participation in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.