Production Worker - 3rd Shift

About the role

Operate machines and equipment to produce parts to required tolerances, install specified components, and maintain quality and safety standards in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow all plant safety rules and regulations; utilize proper PPE at all times
• Produce continuous quality parts and ensure all quality procedures are followed
• Comply with ISO 9001 requirements and complete manufacturing/quality documents
• Communicate internally concerning deviations or general requests
• Assist in 5S and lean manufacturing practices
• Verify compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations; complete required reports
• Independently operate machines and equipment to produce parts to required tolerances
• Read and comprehend customer specification sheets; anticipate next orders and stage supplies/products as needed
• Install plugs, capseals, rings, and other specified parts or materials
• Use various hand tools safely and efficiently, including air guns, plug wrenches, and capseal tools, while maintaining production flow
• Demonstrate acceptable capabilities in all areas during general labor rotation
• Report product, material, or safety concerns immediately to Production Manager, SHEQ, or Plant Manager
• Use company systems for reporting production, scrap, inventory, etc.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe working area
• Attend all required meetings and trainings

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Prior experience in industrial manufacturing
• Problem-solving skills with a focus on innovation and efficiency improvements
• Strong verbal communication skills to interact with operators, maintenance, and management
• Ability to complete production, quality, and inventory reports legibly
• Proficiency in basic math: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
• Familiarity with internal manufacturing systems

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed throughout the shift
• Ability to stand, kneel/stoop, and walk for the duration of the shift
• Good hand/eye/foot coordination required
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, loud environments, fumes, airborne particles, and outside weather conditions
• 20/20 corrected vision and normal hearing range
• Ability to work in non-climate controlled environments (cold in winter, hot in summer)

Personal Protective Equipment

• Steel or composite-toed boots
• Safety glasses
• Gloves (latex, work gloves, etc.)
• Hearing protection
• Cut-resistant sleeves
• Properly fitted clothing
• Hard hat (in designated areas)