Manufacturing Associate - Day Shift - HOLT Manufacturing

Manufacturing Associate - Day Shift - HOLT Manufacturing

Department: Machine Division (MAC)

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Waco Mfg and Rebuild

The Manufacturing Associates II (MA) is responsible for loading component parts into and operating Plasma/Oxy Cut, Shear, Press and Roll equipment. In addition, the Manufacturing Associate II will perform basic painting and light assembly. Senior-level position – Generally has three or more years of experience and/or demonstrated job relevant knowledge/skills. The MA (II) relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform functions of the job and has basic knowledge of standard and technical concepts, practices, and procedures.

The MA (II) performs a variety of standard, complex, and technical tasks to include basic painting and light assembly; works under immediate supervision; a team member of product production and flow; proficient in majority, if not all, functions, and processes of a Manufacturing Associate I.

• Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
• Works as a member of the manufacturing team to provide high quality products that satisfies the customer (internal and external) and achieves manufacturing goals
• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Performs in accordance to guidelines and procedures with proper setup and provide maintenance services that satisfies customer requirements and achieves manufacturing goals
• Performs basic quality checks, checking and replacement of process consumables, and the safe loading and removal of parts from process equipment, de-slagging/cleaning of parts, and orienting/preparing parts for the next process station
• Performs basic setup and utilize plasma and oxy CNC cut machines to produce “Burn to Shape” / cut parts, loading component parts to Plasma, Oxy Cut, Shear, Press and Roll equipment
• Assists with preparing components or product for paint including any pre-assembly, washing, masking and staging
• Learns and performs light assembly of components
• Transports of materials can involve overhead cranes, jibs, forklifts, carts, magnets, and other devices
• Performs basic conformance verification (inspection) of completed work to specification prior to movement to next station
• Performs basic processes as outlined in Standard Work developing consistency between shifts and areas
• Communicates and reports all quality defects defined by engineering specifications or manufacturing engineering in-process specifications
• Performs basic performance of equipment through regular operator checks and processes (Operator Performed Maintenance - OPM)
• Learns, performs, and maintains the performance of equipment and work area through regular operator checks and maintenance resulting in operational equipment and work areas in good, clean, and orderly condition (Sort, Set, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain)
• Participates in Rapid Improvement Workshops (RIWs) and Kaizen events to continuously improve processes, safety, and quality
• Adheres to contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations
• Assists with quality inspections, complete reports/documents and any other necessary paperwork, and enforces required rework prior to customer
• Works overtime as required by workload and customers’ needs
• Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Ability to read, write and understand work instructions, policies, and procedures
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations
• Knowledge of equipment and dimensional tools, including their uses, and maintenance
• Knowledge with current computer software, related hardware, and machine electronic systems
• Basic knowledge in the application of paints and other finishes by brush or spray…