General Associate - R0052188

About the role

As a Production Associate, you will be responsible for operating machinery, assembling components, and maintaining production quality standards in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring safe, timely, and high-quality delivery of parts to OEM customers as part of an automotive supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols.
• Assemble automotive components and sub-assemblies to defined specifications and quality standards.
• Perform visual inspections and basic measurements to ensure product conformity.
• Follow standardised work instructions and maintain accurate production records as required.
• Support daily production targets and cycle time goals, reporting any delays or issues to the Team Leader or Supervisor.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the work area (5S compliance).
• Participate in continuous improvement activities (Kaizen, quality circles, etc.).
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental policies and regulations.
• Handle parts and materials responsibly to prevent damage or waste.
• Rotate through different workstations as needed based on operational demand.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or assembly role (automotive industry preferred).
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools and gauges.
• Comfortable working in a physically active role with standing, bending, and lifting up to 40kg.
• Flexible to work in shifts, including weekends or overtime if required.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and quality-focused mindset.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a high-performance environment.
• Awareness of lean manufacturing principles is an advantage.

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced production floor environment.
• Exposure to machinery, noise, and varying temperatures.
• Use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is mandatory.
• Shift work may include early mornings, evenings, or night shifts depending on operational needs.