Associate Production Team Member - Springfield

Job Description

Job Description

Associate - Production

TO ASSOCIATE - PRODUCTION

JOB TITLE: Team Member

DEPARTMENT: Production

REPORTS TO: Supervisor

PRIMARY FUNCTION: A Production Team Member is the cornerstone of our manufacturing operations. Responsible for safe production of quality products, Team Members operate equipment, assemble product, perform quality inspections, actively participate in problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives, and work as a team to manufacture world class interior automotive parts.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform activities within a team environment.
• Follow work instructions at each operation to ensure consistent products are manufactured and assembled.
• Participate in classroom and hands-on training.
• Operate various machinery, tools, and equipment.
• Perform visual quality inspections on all parts produced.
• Report any defects, deficiencies, or process issues related to safety, quality, or production to Production Supervisor.
• Contribute to and participate in continuous improvement initiatives concerning safety, quality, production, 5S, and other measures.
• Actively follow 5S (maintaining a consistent and orderly workspace at all times for increased safety and efficiency).
• Communicate with fellow Team Members any issues that arise throughout the production process.
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor or any other member of management.

SAFETY

• Know and follow established job specific and facility wide health and safety procedures and rules
• Bring health and safety issues, unsafe acts and safety suggestions to management?s attention or correct those they can.
• Actively participate in accident, injury and illness prevention activities by:
• Identifying and correcting hazards and unsafe conditions.
• Developing, or participating, in job safety analysis and safe working procedures.
• Conducting, or assisting, in accident, near-miss accident or potential hazard investigations.
• Keep other employees aware of health and safety practices and activities by actively observing fellow employee work practices and incorporating safety.
• Maintain housekeeping in work area.
• Maintain health and safety equipment in good working order.
• Actively participate in health and safety training and demonstrate competency based on training received.
• Participate actively in providing suggestions for the health and safety program improvement.
• Know and implement regulatory compliance requirements in their work area.
• Participate in formal involvement team activities. Supports all departmental and organizational improvement initiatives in order to achieve business objectives.
• Participate in TS 16949/ ISO 14001 activities or any other organizational certifications as - needed.
• Must participate in and successfully complete required training.
• Other tasks as assigned by Supervisor/Manager.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, use of hands to inspect parts, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, talking and hearing. Employee will frequently lift and/or move product. Developmental training will be defined by the Department Manager and could be in-house or external to the company.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in an assembly line/manufacturing setting would be considered an asset.
• Ability to work well within a team.
• Ability to communicate well with others, including fellow Team Members, Supervisors, and Managers.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
• Desire to contribute in a world class manufacturing environment.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS :

• Developmental training will be defined by the Department Manager and could be in-house or external to the site.