Pay: From $16.19 per hour with raises at 6 months, 9 months, & 1 year. 

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Production Associate to join our team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in the production process, ensuring that products are assembled efficiently and meet quality standards. This position requires a strong attention to detail, mechanical knowledge, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. 

Education & Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma preferred AND;
• 6 months of job-specific and related experience in manufacturing OR;
• 1 year of job-specific and related experience in manufacturing
• Must possess demonstrated physical capability; ability to work safely as a team, contribute to safety, quality, cost, delivery, and morale efforts

Primary Roles & Responsibilities

• Change out fixtures on a machine to complete product changeover
• Complete incoming and outgoing quality inspections on every production part
• Dispose of trash, cardboard, empty containers, and other items from the production lines
• Follow all details with regards to completing production and quality related documentation
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures
• Follow all uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements
• Follow nonconforming part procedures
• Manually place parts onto machine or fixture for assembly operation
• Meet productivity requirements
• Notify Team Leader of any quality defects or safety issues
• Operate light industrial machinery, pallet jacks, and handle materials related to production parts and packaging
• Read, understand, and follow any Quality Alerts
• Read, understand, and follow Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions
• Use hand activated buttons, torque wrenches, and other hand tools to complete assembly processes
• Utilize quality measurement tools for part inspections

Physical Demands

• Associate must be able to occasionally lift up to 40lbs in single or multiple lifts. Associate must be able to occasionally push/pull up to 100lbs. Associate will frequently bend, twist, turn, squat kneel, overhead reach, climb stairs, use various hand tools (power, percussive, vibrating, and manual) and pinch grip small objects. Typical work environment includes; standing and walking in a manufacturing setting.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Overtime pay
• Signing bonus

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply