1st Shift Production Operators

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Derby Fabricating Solutions LLC

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Rockford, Michigan

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The production operator is responsible for setting up machines, producing quality parts to specifications, and performing secondary operations like assembly and packaging. They must also maintain equipment, keep the work area clean, and document shift activities to ensure continuity.

Qualifications

You have experience in a manufacturing environment and possess good communication and teamwork skills. You are responsible for safely producing quality parts on time and in specification by setting up machines, verifying settings, and maintaining quality standards.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Six Sigma

Job Description

Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Safely produce quality parts on time and in spec. 
  • Responsible for setting up machine and any auxiliary equipment as required. 
  • Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces, adhering to quality standards. 
  • Maintains specifications by observing and adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
  • Completes secondary operations as needed (e.g. testing, trimming, assembly and packaging).
  • Assists in all efforts to improve quality, productivity, continuous improvement, safety and prevention of pollution. 
  • Maintains a neat, clean, and orderly work area.
  • Assists in maintaining equipment by completing preventive operator maintenance requirements following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs and communication of maintenance issues to supervisor. 
  • Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
  • Identifies and if necessary, initiates action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to the product, processes, quality system, safety, or environmental system. 
  • Controls further processing, delivery or installation of nonconforming product until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected. 
  • All other work assigned. 

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

  • Safely and successfully completes all assigned duties on time and without errors;
  • Interacts effectively with co-workers;
  • Communicates problems or potential problems to appropriate personnel;
  • Work area is clean and orderly.

Requirements

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Experience in manufacturing environment preferred;
  • Good communication skills;
  • Ability to work within a team environment.

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Derby Fabricating Solutions LLC

Founded in 1977, Derby Fabricating Solutions is committed to being the best supplier in the automotive and appliance industries. We achieve this by delivering exceptional quality, innovative service, and effective total cost management. Over the decades, we’ve expanded our capabilities to serve dozens of industries with hundreds of products and services. Today, we operate production facilities in four states across the U.S. In every product line, we maintain an award‑winning quality program that consistently earns outstanding audit scores and exceptional PPM results from our trusted customers. Derby was among the first in our industry to achieve TS 16949 certification, and we are currently certified to IATF 16949. Our continuous improvement initiatives ensure we not only meet—but consistently exceed—your quality expectations. As our manufacturing capabilities have grown, so have our customer service offerings. To provide the highest level of quality and responsiveness, we continually invest in state‑of‑the‑art equipment. From precision laser-cut dies to the latest prototype cutters, we provide complete solutions for all your die cutting needs. With fully integrated laminating, die cutting, and custom assembly services, Derby delivers a comprehensive, end‑to‑end package. Derby Fabricating Solutions is proud to be part of Hoffmann Family of Companies.
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