Production Worker

Position SummaryA production worker is responsible for operating and maintaining equipment in a factory or warehouse and preparing items for distribution. The job description of a production worker involves assembling and checking product parts, ensuring that all machinery runs smoothly, and assisting in the shipment of items. A production worker cleans and operates factory equipment, works on an assembly line, puts together and inspects products, and adheres to all factory safety guidelines and standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Starts assembly and production machinery at beginning of shift.

Monitors equipment to ensure that products are being assembled properly.

Makes sure that workstation is clean and free of hazardous materials.

Addresses problems with production equipment and machinery and fixes them as needed.

Cleans equipment.

Assembles product parts by handuses power tools to solder, weld, drill, and attach parts.

Observes and removes faulty product parts from assembly line Inspects assemble products to ensure they are up to quality standards.

Affixes labels, company logos, and other exterior details to products

Packs up completed products and prepares them for shipment

Keeps factory floor clean

Unloads, organizes, and stocks shipments

Adheres to all safety guidelines

Ensures that all production deadlines are met Reports issues or problems with production to immediate supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
Demonstrates ability to interpret equipment gauges and monitors on factory equipment

Possesses knowledge of the structure and function of production equipment.

Is able to identify problems or malfunctions with machinery and equipment.

Demonstrates analytical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary to troubleshoot production issues.

Pays close attention to detail

Exhibits ability to work cautiously but efficiently in potentially hazardous conditions

Is familiar with all factory safety procedures and guidelines

Demonstrates ability to use power tools safely and effectively

Works efficiently and manages time effectively

Possesses physical strength and stamina required to stand, walk, and lift for long periods of time.

Possesses physical dexterity necessary to assemble small and delicate product parts.

Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.standard 40-hour workweek applies

Working hours will be spent in the factory or warehouse

Moderate to heavy physical activity such as walking and lifting is required on a daily basis

Individuals may be required to handle or transport hazardous chemicals or fragile products.

Safety gear, such as goggles, gloves, and helmets should be worn on a regular basis.
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