Production Associate - 1St Shift

SUMMARY:   Position supports the demands and needs of the customer or product in a production setting. 

WAGE TYPE: Hourly; FLSA Exemption: Non-Exempt 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Operates conventional and CNC machines, lathes & mills.
• Builds and assembles product from prints, written procedures and verbal instructions.
• Inspects parts in process and monitors machine operation reporting any needed repairs or adjustments.
• Assists the Quality Assurance Inspector in defining problem solving issues for reject reports.
• Set up machines as needed.
• Use hand and power tools of special equipment to produce the required product.
• Can adjust and operate equipment to reach maximum production rates.
• Assists in organizing and maintaining efficient workstations.
• May work in various departments dependent on customer needs.
• Assists with any safety needs.
• Environmental responsibility is our commitment to our communities
• Proper disposal of waste such as recyclables, standard waste, hazardous waste, etc. is expected.

QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted for the expected levels of education and experience required. 

Education and Experience: 

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in manufacturing.

Other Skills: 

• Ability to meet production requirements and retain part quality.
• Ability to read, understand and follow procedures to inspect parts.
• Ability to use measuring instruments.
• Ability to use small hand or power tools.
• Ability to work safely, use good judgment and work well individually or with others.

Communication Skills: 

• Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language.
• Must be able to interpret documents such as procedures and work instructions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively over the telephone, via e-mail or in person.

Physical Requirements: 

• Heavy work.  Ability to move or lift objects weighing 50-75 pounds several times per hour.
• Ability to remain on feet for an eight-hour period.  Standing and walking is the dominant activity.
• Essential functions cannot be performed while sitting.
• Two hands required to push, pull and position objects into place.
• Adequate use and control of fingers required for writing, entering data and lifting work objects.
• Visual ability to inspect work performed while operating machines.
• Must have adequate use of arms and reach above shoulders.
• Stooping, crouching, kneeling, bending on the job.

Work Environment:  

• Climate controlled.
• Exposure to moving parts, equipment, etc. in various locations of the department.
• Employee must be alert to all facets of safety.
• Eye and foot protection required at all times.
• Noise exposure; may be required to wear hearing protection.