Job Description

Title: Production Associate

Shift: 2nd Shift | Monday – Thursday | 5:15 PM – 3:45 AM ($4.00 shift differential) & 1st Shift | Monday – Thursday | 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Salary: $20-$26/hr (depending on experience)

Production Associate Role:

This position exists to perform essential production tasks involved in manufacturing flexible component products. The role is responsible for the setup and operation of machinery across laminating, slitting, die-cutting, and packaging operations utilizing materials such as foams, rubbers, metals, graphite, cork-fibers, and fiberglass in an ISO 9001-certified facility.

Production Associate Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate shop machinery in accordance with established procedures and guidelines
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, Job Orders, routers, and diagrams to select dies, position tooling, and secure equipment
• Adjust machine settings to run job orders accurately, adhere to specifications, and maximize overall productivity
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable operating conditions promptly to supervisors
• Communicate process and quality improvements using the established CPAR system
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation following the shop 5S system
• Accurately record labor and material usage within the company ERP system
• Adhere to all safety protocols, operating instructions, and organizational policies

Production Associate Reporting Relationships: The candidate will report to the Front Line Leader - Manufacturing and has no direct reports (no supervisory responsibilities).

About You:

• Possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent qualification
• Bring 0–2 years of experience within a manufacturing or shipping environment
• Understand commonly used concepts, practices, expectations, and standard procedures in manufacturing
• Exhibit proficiency with hand tools, dial calipers, and tape measures
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills, along with strong manual dexterity
• Command good verbal and written English reading skills to interpret work instructions, drawings, and Job Orders
• Maintain the physical stamina required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs throughout an entire shift
• Demonstrate reliability and willingness to work scheduled overtime, including potential mandatory Friday and Saturday shifts
• Embrace a collaborative team mindset that aligns with company core values

Next Steps: If you are a safety-minded team player with strong attention to detail and hands-on mechanical aptitude, we would like to hear from you.

Additional Information

• Physical Demands: Light to moderate physical effort required constantly; must be able to sit, stand, bend, reach, move about the facility, and lift up to 50 lbs
• Working Conditions: Plant/production environment with potential exposure to fiberglass/insulation materials, dust, fumes, and noise
• Screening Requirements: Employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing
• Personal Protective Equipment: Gloves required for specific tasks; dust protection gear available for nuisance dust
• Employment Status: Hourly, Non-exempt; At-will employee

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