Production Assistant II

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY : 

Under the Direct supervision of the Sr. Production Supervisor, assists in the preparation and finishing of products in manufacturing 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Operates equipment that cuts raw material such as nylon, canvas, and webbing according to specifications on assigned Work Orders
• Prints labels and instruction card labels for manufacturing products
• Inspects finished products in accordance with company quality-control specifications
• Glues Harness Padding, and assembles finished harnesses
• Inspects stitching to detect defects
• Bar tacks components
• Operates automated machine that sews harness panels together with hardware, while inspecting and trimming panels and cutting excess material.
• Notifies Manufacturing Supervisor when machine malfunctions or causes defects
• Organizes, cleans and maintains workstations as assigned
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of industrial sewing and cutting equipment desired
• Must be detail oriented with excellent organizational skills 
• Must have good computer skills, software and database entry desired
• Effective oral communication skills and the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management and co-workers required.
• Ability to maintain job order due dates effectively while accurately prioritizing them at the same time.
• Understanding of ISO standards and ability to read and follow procedures and quality control preferred
• Ability to read English and interpret Work Orders required 
• Ability to accurately document completion of each process in a legible format with minimal errors   

QUALIFICATIONS  (Education and experience)

• High School diploma or equivalent 
• 3-5 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combinations of education and experience 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Work environment is in a manufacturing facility with moderate noise level. The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, and use the hands to handle, finger, or feel objects, tools, or controls.  Occasionally, the employee must crouch or kneel.   Successful performance requires specific vision abilities that include close vision.  The employee must regularly exert or lift up to 40 pounds of materials.

DISCLAIMER

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.