Production Operator

Job Description

Job Description

The Production Operator responsibilities may include lifting, loading, transferring of product/materials, operating machines, fabricating/painting and assembling materials, parts, and goods on assembly lines, or designated workstations. May use hand tools, wires, etc. to produce and deliver a quality product in a safe and timely manner for internal and external customers. Performs work to ensure timely delivery of quality products for internal and external customers. Eliminates scrap and additional costs using zero-defects methods. Follows safety policies, housekeeping, company policies, and work instructions.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lift, load, hang, and/or transfer parts and products repetitively while ensuring and maintaining safe work practices 
• Assemble/install materials, parts, and equipment on assembly lines or designated workstations accurately and thoroughly to approved specifications 
• Potential tasks may include, but are not limited to: Shooting screws, putting lids on boxes, scanning inventory, installing wires, compressors, tops, panels, and other general assembly tasks 
• May operate machines to form, fabricate, paint, and assemble parts 
• Ensure all parts and materials used match the bill of material 
• Identify and eliminate scrap and additional costs using zero-defect methods 
• Work in a safe manner following the safety policies, housekeeping, and environmental policies and work instructions 
• Inform supervisors of any part or equipment defects to ensure prompt response to the problem 
• Ensure work is meeting quality standards 
• Conserve resources and supplies to facilitate minimum waste 
• Always wear and use required personal protective equipment 
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow and comply with all safety and health regulation 

Nature & Scope:

• Takes direction from lead and works within well-defined instructions while meeting established objectives 

Knowledge & Skills: 

• Ability to perform duties while working safely, efficiently, and timely; ensuring high-quality work meets production requirements and company standards with limited supervision 
• Mechanical/Machinery skills are a plus 
• Ability to safely operate air and hand tools, wrenches, screwdrivers, ratchets, and screw guns 
• Ability to safely operate machines and equipment 
• Attention to detail and basic math/counting skills 
• Ability to interpret and follow work instructions including all safety policies 
• Ability to pass in-house training program (including safety & skills training and on-the-job training) 
• Good verbal & written communication skills 
• Ability to get along well, communicate timely and accurately with co-workers, supervisors and team leads 
• Ability to perform physical labor and repetitive movement and have good hand-eye coordination
• Physical stamina and strength required; transferring, loading, unloading, and lifting parts for long periods 
• Ability to stand for long periods of time; 8-10 hours a day 
• Ability to work flexible schedules including hours and days as needed

Competency: 

Experience: 

• Entry level, previous manufacturing/machine operations experience is a plus 

Education/Certification:  

• High school diploma or GED 

People Management: No

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

Reports To: 

• Department Supervisor or Manager 

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.