Job DetailsJob Location: Clinton TN - Clinton, TN 37716Position Type: Full TimeJob Title:   Manufacturing Associate II  FLSA Status: Hourly  Grade: 10    Job Purpose Statement:  The primary function of this position is for the employee to operate manufacturing equipment to produce products to the required specification at the expected rate of throughput. In addition, the employee will prepare equipment and materials for production, maintain material inventory, and operate general equipment to move products, supplies, and inventory to support production.    Summary of Responsibility for each role:   Operate heavy manufacturing equipment to produce materials to specification requirements  Learn and follow standard work for all areas as assigned  Evaluate products through visual and dimensional inspection techniques to ensure conformance to tolerance and specifications and address any quality concerns found.  Organize, load and move in process materials and finished products as required to maintain expected efficiencies.  Abide by all safety and quality specifications   Operate powered industrial vehicles  Check computer for production schedule and requirements for run(s)  Set-up the machine according to specifications.  Responsible for cleaning and some maintenance of the machine.  Enter information into MRP system as required  Recognize when routine adjustments are necessary and identify errors at the earliest possible stage to minimize production rework  Maintain a clean and safe work area  Perform additional production or manufacturing tasks as assigned  QualificationsEducation, Experience and Skills Required:   High School diploma or GED required   Minimum of 1 year in a manufacturing/distribution operation preferred   Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting production and quality goals   Ability to obtain and maintain a valid forklift or equipment license as needed or required   Must read, write and communicate in English    Ergonomic & Physical Requirements:  Must be able to meet the Ergonomic as well as the Physical Base Score for this position.  Standing or Walking up to 90% of the day  Lift / Carry 25lb constantly, up to 100lb occasionally  Push / Pull 50lb constantly, up to 150lb occasionally  Grasp 75lb   Pinch 15lb   Lift bulky objects  Any lifting over 70 lbs. must be completed with assistance i.e. mechanical or individual.   Full range of motion required:  Cervical, Shoulders, Elbow, Wrist, Fingers, Hands, Truck Twist, and Feet.   Ability to wear PPE as required  Working Conditions may include: moderate noise, moving mechanical parts, static shock, high temperatures. Elevated work surfaces, odors, dust  .