Production Associate

ABC Technologies is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of custom, highly engineered, technical plastics, and light-weight innovations to the North American light vehicle industry. Serving more than 25 major original equipment manufacturer customers in 7 countries, the Company is Molding The Future and is strategically placed to offer vertically integrated product and process solutions through a skilled workforce of over 11,000 team members. Additional information about the Company can be found at www.abctechnologies.com.

Job Summary:

The role of a Production Associate is integral to the manufacturing process, contributing to the successful production of polymer resin pellets for plastic moulding while adhering to quality and safety standards.

Job Responsibilities:

Your supervisor may from time to time ask you to perform other related duties not specifically included in this job description. This job's key responsibilities include:

• Work Safety & Procedures: Responsible for performing tasks in a safe and productive manner related to the production of polymer resin pellets. Follow work procedures and manufacturing instructions consistent with established quality standards and work towards meeting production schedules and targets set by the company.
• Communication: Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding production progress, issues, and potential improvements.
• Machine & Equipment Operations: Responsible for operating various types of machinery and equipment used in the manufacturing process and perform visual inspections to check the quality of the resin pellets being produced, immediately reporting any malfunction, quality concerns, or safety hazards. Work with the production technician to support any work required to address machine malfunctions.
• Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Support the technician to troubleshoot and diagnose any equipment or machine problems. Support routine maintenance tasks including cleaning equipment and with more extensive repairs or preventative maintenance activities.
• Material Handling: As directed, handle and move materials, parts, and tools efficiently within the production area. Ensure proper storage and organization of materials.
• Documentation: Maintain production records including logs of machine performance, production output, and quality issues.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Technical training and experience would be an asset.
• Skills & Experience
  • The ability to read, write, and speak English is a requirement.
  • Practical experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting would be an asset.

Behavioural Expectations:

• Safety-First - A safety-first mindset is a proactive approach to safety, where all employees keep an eye out for safety issues and avoid potentially dangerous situation which could likely cause danger, risk, or injury. This also means that everyone has responsibility for safety regardless of role, level, title, or job.
• Continuous Improvements - Suggest every employee, everywhere is always looking for ways we can improve and standardize our work even when everything is going well. By doing so, it will drive consistent progress toward improved business performance and will tap into people's desire to be the best at what they do.
• Compliance - Employee compliance is achieved when workers are familiar with all the laws that govern their industry or job and know how to conduct business in an ethical manner. It often requires procedural training and encouragement to learn from mistakes.
• Driving Results - Everyone knows their role and is accountable for driving their work to achieve a common goal.
• ONE Team - being part of a group that shares strong relationships, trust, respect, and a common vision for what "good" looks like. One team means supporting and relying on one another to achieve to drive the overall business priorities and meet our customer commitments.
  

Working Conditions:

• Physical Stamina: May be required to stand for extended periods, lift heavy objects, and perform physically demanding tasks. Physical stamina and endurance are essential.
• Lifting and Carrying: The job may involve lifting heavy equipment parts, tools, or materials. Physical strength and the ability to safely lift and carry heavy loads are crucial.
• Mobility: Ability to move around the manufacturing facility to access different pieces of equipment. This requires good mobility and the ability to navigate the production floor efficiently.
• Tolerance to Temperature and Noise: Automotive manufacturing environments can be noisy, and temperature conditions may vary. Team members should be able to work in these conditions comfortably and safely.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Must be willing to use and comply with the use of PPE, such as safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and other safety gear, as required by the manufacturing environment.

Environmental, Health and Safety Expectations:

Employee Responsibilities:

• Work in compliance with ABC Standards, EHS Policies, Local, Regional and Federal acts, bylaws, and regulations.
• Report any spills or leaks immediately.
• Use personal protective equipment and clothing as required.
• All Employees shall follow Site Workplace Safety Guidelines.
• No Employee shall remove or make ineffective any protective device and must report missing or damaged protective devices.
• No Employee shall use or operate any equipment, machine, or device in a manner that may endanger themself or another worker, including the operation of equipment, machine, or device without proper training or certifications where required.
• No Employee shall engage in horseplay or unsafe acts.
• Employees must immediately report any hazard(s), unsafe act/condition, near miss or incident regardless of severity to their Group Leader.
• All Employees must maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace in compliance with the substance abuse policy.

Security and Housekeeping:

• Ensure visitors and contractors follow the Contractor Management Policies / Site-specific Procedures.
• All Employees must use the designated employee entrance and exit doors. Under no circumstances can employees prop or cause to remain open any entrance or exit door that could permit entry to the facility for unauthorized individuals.
• All employees shall ensure the building is always clean and a safe workplace.
• No food or drink is permitted in the warehouse or production area, unless in a spill proof container. All other food and drink items must remain in the designated break areas.

Why ABC?

In addition to a workplace that emphasizes respect, teamwork and personal and professional growth, ABC Technologies offers a broad range of health, wellness and financial benefits that promote the physical, mental and financial wellbeing of our employees and help them bring their best self to work, including:

• Competitive compensation package
• Employee Group Benefits
• Retirement Saving Program (401K)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Home, Auto and Pet Insurance
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Annual increases in PTO
• Internal job opportunities
• Social events throughout the year