Job Description

Job title: Production Associate                          

FLSA status:   Non-exempt

Department: Production                                         

Reports to: Team Support/Team Leader

Position Summary (General Purpose): Work as directed by the Team Support and/or Team Leader to achieve the goals set for customer quality expectations, production requirements, scrap and rework, and customer delivery expectations. Follow all guidelines set forth by ISO both 9000 and 14001. Follow all work instructions as defined by the current revision located at the relevant work station.

Qualifications:  (Basic knowledge, skills and abilities): 

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to follow detailed instructions.
• Able to read, understand, and apply work instructions.
• Able to read, understand, and follow all ISO guidelines both 9000 and 14001.

Primary Position Roles and Responsibilities:

• To perform specific job functions as outlined in the work instructions.
• Follow company policies and procedures as outlined in the associate handbook.
• Uphold the Clean, Organize, and Pick-up, (COP) guidelines as set forth by the company standard.
• Follow all ISO guidelines that pertain to the production department.

Essential Job Requirements: 

• Must be able to work overtime, possibly with short notice.
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment, producing a quality product.

Nonessential Skills and Experience (preferred):     

• Previous manufacturing experience.

Reporting to this position:     N/A

Physical demands and work environment:   The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be subject to  significant
  • Standing 
  • Walking 
  • Pushing and/or lifting up to 50 lbs. 
  • Repetitive motion
  • Twisting and bending 
  • Possible exposure to high noise levels (protection is provided)

•     Work environment: This job is performed in an open manufacturing assembly line.

OJT Requirements: New Hire Orientation, Manufacturing Work Instructions applicable to department.