Production Associate

Production Associate
Compensation: Starting pay of $17.15-21.15/hr! + three performance bonuses a year!
Location: Tolleson, AZ

Join a winning team where YOU matter!
Progressive and growing master distributor of industrial fasteners seeks a detail-oriented teammate to support our growing operation. This role includes material handling and utilizing manufacturing machinery while following operating procedures. The role is entry-level and can lead to a career in machine tool programming, which is a highly marketable skillset. We will support the learning and development of this professional. We offer these benefits and more:

• Triannual profit sharing bonuses on top of regular pay.
• 401(k), with the maximum employer match allowed by law and a year-one full vestment.
• Full benefits, including free health insurance option for non-tobacco users.
• Generous paid-time-off policies, including paid holidays, bereavement, and parental leave.
• Comprehensive on-boarding training program.
• Great culture with supportive teammates.
• Supportive managerial feedback.

Shift: 1st Shift, Regular Schedule of M-F 8:00am-4:30pm, 30-minute lunch

Responsibilities:

• Ensure we meet customer needs and maintain a high level of service.
• Prioritize production sequence based on customer demand and lead time.
• Meet with Manufacturing Manager to discuss progress and compile reports on production volume, quality control and material inventory.
• Gather information and complete customer orders.
• Assist operations to meet shipping deadlines according to sales forecasts or customer orders.
• Interface with Receiving, Saws, Mills, Secondary Operations, Warehouse and other staff.
• Verify inventory reports by comparing them to physical counts of stock.
• Investigate any discrepancies and notify Management.
• Operate powered material handling equipment to transport inventory, unload incoming stock and load orders.
• Follow standard operating procedures.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to communicate verbally with others.
• Ability to utilize basic office equipment.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload.
• Ability to lift 20-30 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Ideal Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, team player.
• Manufacturing experience, including knowledge of band saw, threader, tap arm and press breaks, desired.
• Reliability.
• Interest in career development and personal learning.
• Excellent organizational, time management and problem resolution skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and follow up with supervisors on completion of tasks.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing conditions and/or environment.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership qualities desired.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office programs desired.
• Preferred previous experience working in a high performance team setting.
• Ability to work Power Equipment (Crane, Forklift, etc). In-house training provided.
• Basic math skills.

Work Environment: This is a manufacturing plant environment. Exposure to high temperatures, moving machinery, moving equipment, heights and confined spaces.

EEOE: Huyett is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.