Block - Production Technician - Curepress 1st shift - Req

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The Production Technician is responsible for the setup and operation of friction manufacturing equipment. The role covers compound, cure press, bagger, preform, high volume finish line, inspector, press unloader, and other assigned positions.

• Maintain a safe work environment and always follow all safety rules, using all PPE as required daily; maintain proactive attention to safety, including keeping work area clean and healthy. Always inspect all equipment prior to use and report any discrepancies immediately.
• Inspect product for quality; if unacceptable, investigate cause, take corrective action, and notify leadership. Accurately record all scrap data.
• Demonstrate proper machine operation per standard work requirements. Follow all work instructions, both written and verbal, along with directions from team leaders, supervisors, managers to produce quality product. Accurately enter all computer data required for job tickets, production logs, etc.
• Maintain and utilize the set 5S Standards.
• Maintain machine standard condition.
• Demonstrate how to perform preventative maintenance for all areas of equipment and complete PMs and autonomous maintenance as required.
• Produce quantity of work daily as required. Adjust pace as required to meet deadlines and schedules.
• Perform according to the company's values.
• Any other jobs as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED certification required.
• Successful completion of basic skills test.
• Successful completion of drug screens, background screens, and physical demands testing for the assigned position.
• Solid reading, writing and mathematics skills including decimals & fractions.
• Ability to follow written & oral instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret precise measuring instruments.
• Works well with others on the team.

• Physical lifting of up to 50 lbs. repetitively in scheduled work day (up to 1200 X's in an 8 hour shift).
• Walking, standing, bending, stooping, twisting, lifting, carrying, overhead movement and lifting.
• Ability to work in a heated environment.
• The ability to climb stairs multiple times per day.
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Successful completion of pre-employment basic skills test.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screens, background screens, and physical demands testing for the assigned position.
• Warning - Cashew (cashew resin) may be present in product.

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