1st Shift Dept 713 Operator Associate

1st Shift Dept 713 Operator Associate

Assist in the finishing, assembly and packaging of products. Operate manufacturing equipment to produce component parts. Set up equipment as necessary. Might make minor adjustments to equipment in order to maintain production and quality standards. Notify the Operations Supervisor of any occurrences that negatively impact production. Adhere to safety, health, and environmental guidelines.

Reporting Relationships: Job Reports To: Operations Supervisor Direct Reports: None

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate equipment to assist in the assembly of products. This includes trimming, welding, cutting, coating, heating, counting and packaging.
• Check equipment and tool settings against specifications before operation, making adjustments when necessary.
• Document work completed using the appropriate procedures.
• Monitor inventory and alert Operations Supervisor when supplies are running low.
• Follow safety procedures and DRiV's safety policy at all times.
• Notify the Operations Supervisor of unsafe or hazardous working conditions immediately.
• Manufacture, pick, and inspect products for compliance against acceptance criteria.
• Report issues or problems with production, quality, and safety to immediate supervisor or Coach.
• 5S Housekeeping and work area cleaning tasks.
• Precisely follow instructions as outlined on the press card, standard work or work instructions.
• Other tasks and assignments consistent with knowledge and training.

Job Requirements:

• Education: Successful completion of high school highly preferred but not required.
• Skill Requirements: Ability to read, write and run simple mathematic calculations. Manual dexterity. Ability to use computer and basic keyboarding. Ability to communicate clearly with coworkers. Proficient with tools and equipment needed to perform job duties. Typically, entry level - 1 year of experience.
• Core Level Associate Skills plus: Work involves complex tools and equipment or intricate assembly processes. Ability to work with very precise requirements and measurements. Typically, 1 – 3 years of experience.
• Senior Level Associate & Core Skills plus: Inspect parts and identify those having quality issues. Assist in resolving production problems in the work unit. Typically, 3+ years of experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Climb/Balance: Frequently required.
• Stooping: Regularly required.
• Kneeling: Regularly required.
• Crouch/Crawl: Regularly required.
• Bending: Regularly required.
• Standing: Regularly required.
• Handle Materials: Regularly required.
• Manipulate Objects: Regularly required.
• Vision: Ability to see objects up close or at a distance, in color, adjust focus, and use peripheral vision Regularly.
• Lifting: Continuously lifting objects weighing 5lb – 20lb, frequently lifting objects weighing 20lb – 30lb, occasionally lifting objects 30lb – 50lb.

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.