Production Associate I

About The Role

The Production Associate I produces components by assembling fabricated parts and subassemblies. This entry-level position is responsible for general labor assigned by the line supervisor. Duties focus on daily labor, running equipment, and following written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assembles fabricated parts, components or units at floor stations.
• Uses hand tools and/or power tools to assemble units according to product specifications.
• Works under moderate supervision.
• Performs a variety of basic production and assembly processes, ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations, by following assembly work instructions.
• Operates various production machines and may use hand tools to assemble products.
• Receives training from Supervisor and other technicians in various disciplines (cross training) as needed.
• Fulfills daily tasks by following procedures, methods, and sequence of operations.
• Ensures all product, material, parts, and documentation follow Company specifications and quality standards.
• Contributes to ongoing continuous improvement efforts and projects.
• Communicates constantly with supervisor and group lead, regarding issues that may come up on the production line.
• Visually inspects parts to quality standards as described in the quality system.
• Communicates any problems which arise to the supervisor/lead person.
• Packs finished product as set forth by work instruction, including instructional sheets and any necessary hardware.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality forms.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in an assembly/production environment preferred.
• Basic math skills with general knowledge of how to read a tape measure.
• Able to stand for at least 8 hours a day.
• Able to use a drill or staple gun preferred.
• Able to read and understand work orders and requirements.
• Must be able to pay close attention to detail and stay focused on task at hand.
• Able to read and write and communicate clearly with others.
• Able to sort product by order numbers and the items per order.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds preferred. May team-lift up 50+ lbs.
• Work in a safe manner especially when lifting.
• Honest, have a positive attitude, be respectful, dependable, have a proven record of reliability (2+ years at previous jobs).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in an assembly/production environment preferred.
• Basic math skills with general knowledge of how to read a tape measure.
• Able to stand for at least 8 hours a day.
• Able to use a drill or staple gun preferred.
• Able to read and understand work orders and requirements.
• Must be able to pay close attention to detail and stay focused on task at hand.
• Able to read and write and communicate clearly with others.
• Able to sort product by order numbers and the items per order.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds preferred. May team-lift up 50+ lbs.
• Work in a safe manner especially when lifting.
• Honest, have a positive attitude, be respectful, dependable, have a proven record of reliability (2+ years at previous jobs).

Skills

• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read and write.
• Attention to detail.
• Communication skills.
• Physical stamina.
• Teamwork.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Medical Benefits
401k with Company Match
Up to $100k Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability (Employer Paid)
Legal and Pet Insurance Plans
Employee Assistance Program
Product Discount

Pay

Base salary range for this position is $15.00/hour

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate production needs