Production Operator

Perform work having to do with production operations and processing such as: position light or heavy weight materials on conveyor or feed mechanism for continuous processing, or position and/or remove materials to assist Machine Operator, supply containers, light or heavy raw materials or perform other like work. Under close supervision.

• Loads and moves materials to work area.
• Package parts with protective material for shipments per setup or Engineering remarks.
• Applies masking to articles.
• Cleans and prepares surface of articles to be painted.
• May operate SST-E-coat system load control panel.
• Racks work pieces on conveyor, inspects, and transfers finished pieces into or out of department.
• May perform inventory transactions.
• Cleans work area.
• Performs other routine duties.
• Performs basic functions on a computer database.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Company Culture/Core Values
Embraces and fosters key elements of MEC’s culture. Understands, demonstrates and seeks to promote MEC Pride. Is viewed a role model of the culture.

Professionalism
Displays ethical behavior in all situations and always, and acts with a high level of integrity; maintains poise and confidence even when faced with difficult decisions; displays an upbeat, positive and energetic attitude. Uses language that is appropriate for the workplace.

Safety/Security
Acts as a role model – follows all safety rules, behaves in a safe manner, and wears required PPE. Proactively identifies and corrects unsafe conditions. Promotes safety within department and holds employees accountable for working safely.

Meets the requirements for both attendance and punctuality. Can be counted on to find a way to get the job done. Responds promptly and follows through on promises in a timely manner.

Personal Accountability
Accepts responsibility for own actions including failure. Embraces experience as learning opportunities and not chances to blame.

Communicating Effectively
Listens carefully and attentively to others; seeks to understand the perspectives of others. Communicates directly and honestly while demonstrating respect for others. Addresses conflict openly and effectively seeking win‑win solutions.

Meets the quality and productivity expectations for the position. Demonstrates the functional knowledge and skills required to perform this specific position. Uses technical knowledge to train and develop co‑workers.

Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively communicate with other employees.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add and subtract two‑digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out simple one‑ or two‑step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The team member frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel. The team member is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The team member must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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