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Production Associate (scotts valley)
Sensaria
920 Disc Drive
compensation:
$18.00 hour
employment type:
contract
experience level:
entry level
job title:
Production Associate
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Production Associate I has the primary responsibility to work in the manufacturing process of the organization. This position is responsible for safety, quality, and throughput. They are also required to perform laborious duties producing products in a timely manner, either through a manual or machine-based process.
Working Environment and Physical Demands
Fast-paced production environment. Requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, lifting (weights up to 50 lbs) and stretching. Requires operator to be on their feet 100% of the time. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate manufacturing equipment. Requires a normal range of hearing and vision to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports. Requires eyesight correctable to 20/20 to read numbers, reports and computer terminals. The environment is climate controlled. Equipment in the working area operates with the use of magnets which may interfere with cardiac pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD’s).
FLSA Status
This is a full-time position requiring consistent dependable attendance. This position is not exempt from overtime.
Tasks description – Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
GENERAL LABOR: 80% of position responsibility
At the direction of the Lead(s) or Production Manager(s); complete all duties as assigned. These include:
Organizing and moving canvas orders
Laminating
Use scanners to identify and print labels
Installing image
Putty work
Fold
Bag and Peel
Inspect and Pack
Trim and cut
Sort
Poster roll/pack
Material Bond
Use measuring devices such as tapes, gauges, and rulers.
Assemble or disassemble objects.
Maintain focus on safety, ensuring self and other team members are following safety policies and adhering to PPE standards
Ensure all products are being produced to a high level of quality
Be working at a pace consistent with any established throughput rates and/or cycle times
Be working at all times, either performing duties to complete orders or maintaining housekeeping/5S
Communicate all concerns, issues or observations related to safety, quality, or continuous improvement to lead(s) or manager(s)
Follow all standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and/or best practices
Appropriately manage timecard and schedule
EQUIPMENT TROUBLESHOOTING: 10% of position responsibility
Conduct basic troubleshooting of production equipment
Work with leads and maintenance technicians on appropriate repairs of all equipment
Work with leads to ensure basic maintenance and cleanliness of all production equipment
Communicate machine downtime to leads and assist with the repair as needed
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: 10% of position responsibility
Identify and communicate potential process improvements – assist Production Manager(s) and Lead(s) on all improvement initiatives
Identify cost savings opportunities (labor and yield) – assist Production Manager(s) and Lead(s) on all cost savings initiatives.
Commitment to good communication between employees across all shifts to ensure process changes and improvements are implemented consistently and effectively
Additional Task and Responsibilities
Other duties and special projects as assigned
Work directly with the Production Manager(s) or Lead(s) on special projects as needed.
Skills, Intellectual Demands and Job Requirements:
EDUCATION AND FORMAL TRAINING:
High School diploma, G.E.D or equivalent work experience
Preferred general production experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
Fit for doing laborious work for up to 12-hour shifts
Willing to work on a rotating shift, for long hours and overtime as necessary
Willing to learn and put in their best efforts for production
Quality minded
Safety focused
Team player
Capable to working in demanding situations when required
Able to lift and carry up to 49lbs unassisted and 50+ lbs with an assist
Must be able to communicate effectively (Some areas/job functions may require English)
INTELLECTUAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to take direction
Must be able to work as a team
Work under compressed timelines and other resource limitations
Must be flexible to learn other duties and positions within the organization and perform these duties at the direction of the Production Manager or Lead
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