JIREH METAL PRODUCTS

Job Description: Secondary Operator Team Member

Location: Grandville, MI

Reports To: Production Lead

Interfaces With: Production, Material Handling, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering

Role Purpose

Support safe, efficient, and uninterrupted manufacturing operations throughout the facility
Minimize equipment downtime by providing timely assistance to production work centers
Support production, assembly, material handling, quality, and facility activities as business needs require
Contribute to safety, quality, delivery, housekeeping, and continuous improvement objectives
Serve as a flexible resource capable of assisting multiple departments and functions

Core Accountabilities

Production Support

Assist Press Operators with production activities including coil changes, packaging, labeling, stacking totes, banding skids, and product handling
Support machine and equipment setup activities
Assist with machine startup and shutdown procedures
Operate production equipment and presses as trained and directed
Help maintain workflow and minimize production interruptions

Assembly Support

Assist with assembly operations as required to support customer demand and production schedules
Follow assembly work instructions, quality standards, and customer specifications
Assemble products, subassemblies, and components using established procedures
Verify components and finished assemblies meet quality requirements
Assist with packaging, labeling, boxing, and other value-added manufacturing activities
Maintain organization, cleanliness, and material flow within assembly areas
Identify and report quality concerns, missing components, or process issues to supervision

Material Handling and Facility Support

Assist Material Handlers with packaging, box assembly, shrink wrapping, and material movement activities
Assist Steel Handlers with coil loading and steel receipt verification activities
Empty scrap hoppers and maintain scrap collection areas
Empty trash and recycling containers throughout the facility
Replenish wash glove cabinets and maintain facility supplies

Quality Support

Assist with sorting, containment, rework, and other quality-related activities
Use gauges, fixtures, measuring devices, and inspection tools as required
Identify and report quality concerns, setup issues, stock alignment problems, and equipment abnormalities
Support quality improvement initiatives and corrective actions when required

Housekeeping and Workplace Organization

Systems and Documentation

Follow work instructions, setup documentation, quality standards, and operating procedures
Utilize company systems including Plex, Job Web, SmartPAC, and other manufacturing software as required
Accurately complete required production and operational documentation
Team Support and Development
Work effectively with minimal supervision
Support cross-functional activities throughout the facility
Assist in training team members on job duties and work processes as assigned
Perform other duties necessary to support customer, operational, and business requirements

Required Qualifications

Physical Requirements

Work Environment

Manufacturing environment with moving machinery and equipment
Exposure to noise, dust, oils, grease, and varying temperatures
Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions
Exposure to manufacturing hazards requiring strict adherence to safety procedures

Personal Protective Equipment

Key Performance Indicators