Manufacturing Associate III - Nights - $21.50 $25.08

About the Role

The primary function of this position is to lead a team in operating manufacturing equipment to produce products to the required specification at the expected rate of throughput. The employee will ensure equipment and materials are available for production, maintain material inventory, and ensure the assigned area runs efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy manufacturing equipment to produce materials to specification requirements.
• Learn and follow standard work for all assigned areas.
• Evaluate products through visual and dimensional inspection techniques to ensure conformance to tolerance and specifications; address any quality concerns found.
• Organize, load, and move in-process materials and finished products to maintain expected efficiencies.
• Recognize when routine adjustments are necessary and identify errors at the earliest possible stage to minimize production rework.
• Detect and report faulty operation, defective, and/or unusual material or equipment conditions.
• Work with support departments to resolve identified issues.
• Abide by all safety and quality specifications.
• Operate powered industrial vehicles.
• Check computer for production schedule and requirements for run(s).
• Set up the machine according to specifications.
• Responsible for cleaning and some maintenance of the machine.
• Enter information into MRP system as required.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Prefer 2 years in a manufacturing/distribution operation.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams to address production or quality issues.
• Critical thinking skills to evaluate complex and changing situations, leading to the recommendation and implementation of a course of action.
• Able to train quickly through on-the-job experience with a hands-on approach.
• Verbal and written communication skills to report performance to management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting production and quality goals.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid forklift or equipment license as needed or required.
• Must read, write, and communicate in English.

Ergonomic & Physical Requirements

• Standing or walking up to 90% of the day.
• Lift/carry 25 lbs constantly, up to 100 lbs occasionally.
• Push/pull 50 lbs constantly, up to 150 lbs occasionally.
• Grasp 75 lbs.
• Pinch 15 lbs.
• Any lifting over 70 lbs must be completed with assistance (mechanical or individual).
• Full range of motion required: cervical, shoulders, elbow, wrist, fingers, hands, trunk twist, and feet.
• Ability to wear PPE as required.

Working Conditions

• Moderate noise.
• Moving mechanical parts.
• Static shock.
• High temperatures.
• Elevated work surfaces.
• Odors and dust.