Production Associate - 2nd Shift

Position Summary

Pull absorbent products from machine, bag, and place on bag-sealing machine
Pack sealed bags of absorbent products into boxes and push through case sealer
Move cases from conveyor to pallet
Inspect materials, products, and containers at each step of process
Sort seconds and package
Label and assemble boxes
Clean and complete record keeping as needed
Assist on change overs as directed

Specific Responsibilities

• Read and interpret documents (safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions & procedure manuals)
• Fill out routine reports and communicate effectively
• Compute rate, ratio, and percent and draw and interpret bar graphs
• Utilize common sense to understand and carry out detailed but non-complex written and/or oral instructions
• Use basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide, units of measurement, whole numbers, common fractions, & decimals)

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Communication: must have the ability to convey and understand key job concepts in English

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls
• Must reach with hands and arms
• Must stoop, kneel, and/or crouch
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Must have close, distance, color, & peripheral vision abilities along with depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

Benefits

We offer excellent health benefits including free access to onsite and a local health clinic, paid personal and vacation time, an annual profit-sharing bonus, a 401k plan with a company match, company-paid disability and life insurance, and more.