Job Description

Job Title:                          Production Associate I – Pre-Finish

Pay & FSLA Status:            $20 - $21 per hour, D.O.E.; Hourly non-exempt

Regular Schedule & Shift:   4am - 5am start time, M - F overtime as needed

Regular Weekly Hours:       Full-time/40 hours per week (overtime as needed)

Paid Time Off (PTO):          80 hours per year first year of employment, 120 hours per year following first year

Paid Sick Time:                 40 hours per year

Management Position:        No

Branch Location:               Sacramento, CA

POSITION SUMMARY:

Our level I Production Associates work within our pre-finish department, utilizing chemicals, paint, hand tools, saws, routers, and pneumatic tools to efficiently and safely prepare door slabs and components for finishing (painting or staining) in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for the provided order paperwork and established quality expectations. This is a labor-intensive position that requires lifting and maneuvering heavy door panels and units and occasionally working in an enclosed booth. Individuals are regularly on their feet throughout the day. Safety is a priority. 

OrePac Building Products seeks dynamic individuals who exemplify excellence in quality, trust, value, and service. Our ideal candidate for this position is reliable, detail-oriented, and prioritizes safety. While prior experience is definitely a plus, we are happy to provide training and we welcome those who are new to the field! 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Competitive compensation, D.O.E. + opportunities for quarterly/annual performance bonuses based on branch/company/employee performance + annual reviews with opportunities for pay increases based on employee performance. 
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance up to 70% paid by OrePac.
• FREE Informed Health Line and Health Advocates.
• Health Spending Account (HSA) available with up to $1,000 annual OrePac contribution.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available.
• FREE Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• FREE life and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance.
• Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance available.
• Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness plans available.
• 401K with up to 3% OrePac contribution.
• Paid time off (PTO) as specified above.
• Paid sick time as specified above.
• 7 paid holidays annually.
• FREE gym membership.
• Employee discount. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Read and understand door work orders sent to the door shop for building. Stay up-to-date and knowledgeable of door terminology and various components to ensure accuracy of parts and pieces pulled.  
• Prepare door slabs and components for finishing (painting or staining) utilizing chemicals, paint, hand tools, saws, routers, and pneumatic tools in accordance with SOP’s for the provided order paperwork and established quality expectations. Assist with touch-ups as needed.
• Review order paperwork before beginning production to ensure accuracy of finished products. Review all products and orders before, during, and after production to ensure that quality standards are met before transferring products to the next stage of production and before packaging products for transportation. Utilize tablets and software for documentation. 
• Assist in packaging products as needed. Understand that product packaging must be done per specifications to prevent damage during transportation. 
• Responsible for performing and/or partnering with the Senior Maintenance Manager or branch Maintenance Technician to complete routine maintenance and inspections of equipment.
• Work with team pre-finish and/or door shop leadership to analyze and resolve challenges, develop and implement improvements, and maintain a safe work environment. 
• Work to maintain a safe and clean environment while achieving department productivity goals. Understand and follow OrePac safety rules and regulations.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations.
• Ability to adhere to all facets of safety policies and procedures, including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as designated by OrePac’s safety program. Ability to perform all essential responsibilities of the job in a safe manner. 
• Ability to compute basic math problems to include addition, subtraction, and multiplication.

• Demonstrated attention to detail and the ability to follow established quality standards.

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Mechanical aptitude. Experience with hand tools, power tools, and the ability to read a tape measure. 
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment within a team or individually with minimal supervision while achieving quality and timely completion of assigned tasks to achieve customer satisfaction.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED). 
• 1 or more years of experience in painting and/or finishing field (preferred, but not required).
• Any combination of education, training, or experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position will be accepted in place of the education and/or experience requirements listed for this role.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Regularly required to see, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, the ability to adjust focus, and peripheral vision.
• Regularly use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Regularly reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly lift/move/manipulate up to 60 pounds and occasionally team lift/move/manipulate up to 100 pounds.
• Regularly required to stand and walk for prolonged periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate/loud.
• The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.
• The employee occasionally works in hot conditions.

DRESS CODE:

• All employees are expected to wear clothing appropriate for the nature of OrePac business and the type of work being performed. Clothing should be tasteful. 

SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Report all incidents and accidents to one’s immediate supervisor immediately or within 24 hours.
• Maintain the work area in a safe and healthful condition.
• Report, and whenever possible correct, unsafe working conditions to branch leadership.
• Operate vehicles while in the course of employment in a safe and lawful manner.
• Provide assistance to reduce or eliminate workplace hazards.
• Comply with company drug testing policies and procedures.
• Comply with company Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policies. OrePac will provide required PPE to employees.

OREPAC HISTORY & CULTURE:

Founded by the Hart family in 1977, OrePac is a family-owned and operated wholesale building materials supplier providing product, sales, and technology solutions to the shelter industry. 

At OrePac we value trust, integrity, and a dedication to excellence. That commitment can be found in the services we offer, the quality of the products we provide, and the way we treat our employees and customers. This dedication to our markets has enabled us to make a positive impact on the shelter industry and the communities we serve. 

Our vision is to create trusted partnerships by providing quality products and maintaining strong relationships through unmatched service, operations, and logistics. Our mission: Make Complicated Simple™.

LEGAL STATEMENTS: 

OrePac provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, OrePac complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Regularly scheduled workdays, hours, and shifts are described above. Shift availability may vary. Hours may need to be extended or adjusted at any time, with or without notice, to meet the needs of the organization.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The required skills, education, experience, and physical demands listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the essential functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

OrePac supports a safe and drug-free workplace. OrePac may administer a pre-employment background check and/or drug-screen, as well as random and/or reasonable suspicion drug-screens during employment.

Employees are required to perform safety duties and responsibilities in accordance with acceptable and safe work procedures. OrePac’s safety policy requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated safety-sensitive areas while on OrePac property. OrePac employees who handle or deliver OrePac products while not on OrePac property are required to adhere to OrePac’s safety policy and use the required PPE necessary for their specific role.

The dress code described above is representative of what an employee must wear while performing the duties of this position. Individual branches may issue more specific guidelines than what is outlined below. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with religious beliefs, observances, or practices related to the dress code.

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