Production Associate - 1st Shift

Job Summary

This position is an entry-level position that assists operators engaged in processing materials.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists operators at the coil loading and packaging ends of the line and as needed
• Builds pallets and shipping containers using hand and power tools
• Bands and palletizes metal coils and/or metal sheets, placing tags/labels on finished products
• Performs quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and weights are adhered to using the proper tools
• Detects and reports faulty operations or defective materials
• Moves or carries parts, equipment, or materials
• Reads and understands production orders
• Wraps and unwraps materials
• Performs housekeeping of work areas
• Operates a sit-down forklift
• Achieves production goals while complying with all safety requirements
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must be 18 years or older
• Ability to safely operate a forklift (training and certification provided regardless of previous experience)
• Ability to read documents and interpret facts and draw conclusions
• Understanding basic math, reading, and writing
• Good communication, organization, and time management skills

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required

Working Conditions

• Production facility where the ambient temperature may fluctuate, and the noise levels may be increased
• Flexible to the possibility of overtime and weekend hours when required

Physical Requirements

• Lifting or carrying up to 51 or more lbs
• Pushing or pulling up to 51 or more lbs
• Bending or stooping
• Reaching above shoulder level
• Driving automatic equipment vehicles
• Operating machinery or power tools
• Climbing (ladders, stairs, etc.)
• Walking
• Standing
• Sitting
• Working in extreme temperatures
• Repetitive motion including but not limited to: wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Vision
• Hearing
• Dexterity
• Hand-eye coordination

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used

Personal Protective Equipment is regularly required for this position which includes steel or composite toe boots, safety glasses, cut-resistant gloves and arm guards, and hearing protection.

Pay

• Hourly Rate of $20.49

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage Beginning Day 1 of Employment
• Health Savings Account
• 401k Contribution with Company Match
• 11 Company Paid Holidays Per Calendar Year
• Vacation Days: total number granted depends on years of professional experience; first year prorated based on month of hire
• Sick Days: at least 5 sick days per calendar year
• Two weeks Paid Parental Leave at 100% base compensation, upon approval
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits, 100% Employer Funded
• Tuition Reimbursement available after 6 months of full-time employment, covering up to 100% of tuition which includes 18 credit hours, the costs, and eligible associated fees per calendar year

This role is performed onsite at our facility located at 10551 Pac Rd, Tyler, TX 75707. For a full view of our entire benefits package, please visit www.carlislebenefits.com