Production Helper - (Beaver Dam)

About the role

The Production Helper role is primarily responsible for de-nesting parts cut by the laser and metal finishing, identifying and organizing the laser cut parts in a Just-in-time fabrication shop. This position also may be required to assist other operators as a helper on key work or machines as required.

Schedule

1st shift, 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Full-time position working 8 hours per day.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Operator with setups and operations on Mazak and Mitsubishi CO2 Lasers.
• Use grinders and sanders to improve quality on parts.
• De-nesting of laser cut parts and removing laser oxide from parts.
• Cross train across the Laser department.
• Properly receiving and storing of steel.
• Perform general housekeeping of department.
• Perform assigned work to time standards and quality expectations.
• Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues.
• Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, twist and transport product and materials short distances.
• Basic understanding of computers and ability to perform computer functions as they pertain to the job.
• Ability to work collaboratively and productively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Ability to work safely and without injury with hand tools in an environment with metal and sharp objects.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change.
• Work in an efficient and timely manner.
• Demonstrated detail orientation, self‑motivation skills and ability to multi‑task.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures.
• Strong metal grinding, forming and basic fabrication background.
• Basic dimensional measuring competence and ability to quickly learn the use of precision measurement tools.
• Demonstrated competency in basic shop math.
• Experience operating forklift, measurement devices, wrenches, screwdrivers and various other hand tools.
• Physical demands: routinely lift/carry 25 lbs (occasionally 55 lbs); push/pull 25 lbs routinely (55 lbs occasionally); occasional overhead reach (1‑2 hrs/shift), frequent squat/bend/kneel (2‑5 hrs/shift), regular sit/stand/walk/move about (5‑8 hrs/shift). Magnet assist available for lifting.
• Work environment: regularly exposed to temperatures 60‑100 °F, loud noise, moving machinery parts, airborne particles, and fumes from production equipment.