Production Operator - Finishing

Job Description

Starting hourly rate:$21.56/hr plus $2/hr shift differential

Currently hiring for B- and C
- Shifts, and 12-hour Nights (7:00p - 7:00a)

The Production Operator plays a vital role in ensuring the quality and efficiency of our manufacturing process. This involves inspecting materials and products, identifying and addressing quality issues, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate is a team player with a strong work ethic, a commitment to quality, and the ability to operate basic production equipment.

Activities and duties may vary depending upon site specific needs. Essential functions may include, but are not limited to:

• Perform material inspection and sorting, ensuring adherence to quality standards and specifications.

• Conduct in-process and final inspections, utilizing appropriate measuring tools and techniques to verify product conformance.

• Accurately record inspection data and maintain detailed quality logs, identifying trends and areas for improvement.

• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action investigations, contributing to the resolution of quality issues.

• Collaborate with production personnel to ensure quality standards are met throughout the manufacturing process.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to 5S principles and safety protocols.

• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives, suggesting and implementing process enhancements to improve quality and efficiency.

• Train and mentor new employees on quality procedures and work instructions.

• Operate and maintain basic production equipment, ensuring proper setup and calibration.

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) or 3+ years of relevant manufacturing work experience.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Able to obtain Lift Truck Operator’s license.

• Able and willing to work overtime, including short-notice requests.

• Demonstrate proficiency with computer applications.

• Maintain a service and quality focus, addressing issues and communicating root causes.

• Contribute actively in a team environment, promoting open communication.

• Demonstrate proficiency in key tasks, embrace learning and knowledge sharing, and engage in cross-training.

• Possess flexibility and dependability to support production and customer focus.

• Movement:
  May require the ability to stand/walk for up to 80% of your shift, with frequent pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and squatting 50% of the time.

• Lifting:
  May require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds 50% of your shift.

• Environment:
  May require being comfortable working in an environment with varying temperatures.

• Reasonable Accommodations:
  We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to perform the essential functions of this job, please let us know during the application process.

• Pre-Hire Medical Questionnaire:
  Upon accepting a role, you will be required to complete a pre-hire medical questionnaire. This is a standard procedure to ensure your ability to safely perform the job's physical demands and to identify any potential health concerns.

• Falsification of Medical Information:
  Falsifying information on the medical questionnaire is a serious offense and may lead to disciplinary actions up to and including termination.

Safety:
We prioritize the safety of all our employees. We provide comprehensive safety training and a safe working environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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