Production Associate I

About the role

Operates and maintains stations to assemble, align, and adjust fabricated parts, components, or units according to specifications and follows established manufacturing procedures. Uses hand tools, power tools, and other manufacturing assembly line equipment to assemble units. Tests and calibrates parts and mechanisms to ensure all components meet tolerances, product specifications, and quality standards. May repair or refit parts or units that fail tests or tolerance levels. Keeps daily assembly production records. Maintains a clean and organized work environment.

Responsibilities

• Works in one of the designated roles: Saw Operator, Painter, Assembler, Packer
• Performs the necessary duties of a packer
• Works with the production team to ensure timely and accurate completion of orders
• Interprets instructions and responds to management's direction
• Maintains safety rules throughout shift
• Follows all safety practices and guidelines while working including keeping work area clean and free of safety hazards
• Understands production workflow processes
• Selects and uses appropriate equipment, supplies and tools

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• At least one year of work-related experience
• Experience in a production environment preferred

Essential Job Functions

• Works autonomously and collaboratively in a fast paced environment while maintaining a professional and upbeat attitude
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Applies basic mathematical principles such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and fractions
• Stands for prolonged periods of time with or without reasonable accommodations
• Performs repetitive motion work including hands, arms, and wrists 100% of the time with or without reasonable accommodations
• Tolerates odors, fumes and airborne particles from machines and chemicals with or without reasonable accommodations
• Tolerates various levels of heat with or without reasonable accommodations
• Tolerates moderate to loud noise levels with or without reasonable accommodations
• Lifts up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations
• Walks throughout a large facility with or without reasonable accommodations
• Works overtime and weekends based on business needs

Schedule

Weekend shift. Friday - Sunday 5:30am - 6 pm in Knoxville.