Production Associate

Primary Responsibilities

• Operates the enamel oven, supports equipment
• Prepares necessary paperwork for shipment and maintains required supplies
• Supports equipment
• Checks the Quench water level and keeps it clean
• Operates the wire draw machines for all functions necessary to ensure proper alignment of wire throughout the process
• Completes basket welds, enters data into computer and documents basket weld breaks
• Performs all team operations including start up, verifying lube, troubleshooting for bead and undersize wire, bare wire diameter and sponge change, completion of all forms and paperwork, and housekeeping duties
• Identifies problems in production process and completes corrective action
• Routinely operates powered industrial equipment including forklifts and cranes

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

• Two (2) years manufacturing experience, with experience in metals casting

License(s) and/or Certification(s) Required

• n/a

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Ability to operate a series of controls to regulate the enameling process
• Ability to lift and handle 45 pounds, and pull wire with 45 lbs. of copper bar to start-up
• Repetitive movements during the setup process require ability to wear and function in protective equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally

Computer Equipment and Software Requirements

• Computer input of required information into Windows Microsoft office system