1st Shift Production Worker - HeviBar

Conductix-Wampfler GmbH; Kentucky; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan

Paid vacation

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A manufacturing leader in mobile electrification is seeking dependable team members to join their Kentucky facility. The ideal candidate should have experience with hand and power tools and be comfortable in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include operating machinery, performing quality checks, and following safety protocols. The role offers competitive pay along with benefits like health insurance and a 401k plan. Candidates are expected to uphold quality standards while striving for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• One to three months related experience and/or training.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Read engineering blueprints and work order process sheets.
• Operate machines and production equipment safely.
• Perform quality inspections of products and materials.

Skills

Hand and power tool experience

Teamwork

Machine operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

Conductix-Wampfler a growing manufacturer and leader in the mobile electrification industry, is looking to add top talent to their manufacturing team. We are looking for team members who are self-directed, dependable and want to be an active part of continuous improvement.

Qualified candidates will possess the following:

• Hand and power tool experience a plus
• Have experience working in a team environment
• Experience in machine operation a plus

Conductix-Wampfler offers a great starting wage, with health, dental, and life insurance, 401k plan, paid vacation/personal time and holidays, profit sharing and tuition reimbursement program.

Perform a variety of duties to do quality work from engineering blueprints, work order process sheets with written or verbal instructions to meet stock and sales orders for shipment. Production for compliance with company guidelines by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Required to perform essential tasks related to and around production requirements, read a tape measure, dial calipers, micrometer, square, and protractor.
• Work with machines, presses, production equipment, power, and hand tools to produce quality products.
• Must follow established procedures, have general knowledge and know to identify standard and metric hardware sizes.
• Must know how to use hand tools and be able to relate end wrench and socket sizes to bolt diameters.
• Detect and report improper operations, faulty equipment, defective materials, and unusual conditions to your supervisor.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Perform visual as well as physical inspection of the product, raw material, and purchased material to ensure quality work.
• Duties involve selecting parts and materials with proper identification, and location in accordance of engineering blueprint work order process sheet.
• Must involve accurate counting and identification of the material or parts to or from designated areas or work cells in a careful manner to prevent damage and injury.
• Examining and having a thorough knowledge of engineering blueprint before a product or part can be made.
• Required to take responsibility to make a final inspection of the first completed part or product made to ensure total quality before continuance of the work order process sheet.
• Responsible for proper stacking of finished product with ensuring proper identification and location.
• Exercise care to prevent injury to yourself, fellow employees, equipment, and material.
• Operate floor controlled 2-ton overhead cranes, transport, and position materials by following established procedures and safety rules.
• Use chains, grabs, slings, and spreader bars to handle materials using care to prevent materials from slipping, dropping, or being damaged during the move.
• Read and understand blueprints.
• Must be able to work from blueprint, work orders, pick list, and verbal or written instructions to perform duties.
• Responsible for reporting accurate time, quantity, etc., on work order process sheets, and timecards.
• Perform other related duties as required or directed.
• Must be willing to strive for new ideas, improvements, and quality standards.
• Maintains and sustains 5S within the department.
• Supports and upholds quality and EHS policy.
• Upholds Core Values.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information to other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Employee must be willing and able to successfully pass our in‑house forklift & overhead crane certification program prior to operating these machines within our facility. Operating these machines is an essential function of this role. This certification program will assess proficiency in safe operation according to our company’s standards and protocols. Training will be provided.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move heavy items. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

***Please note, the above is a high‑level overview of the physical demands of this job. For a complete comprehensive overview of all physical requirements, please refer to the physical demands addendum provided separately by HR.***

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Competencies Needed to Perform This Position

• Design - Demonstrates attention to detail when building product. Understands blueprint or assembly drawings.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Develops alternative solutions. Suggests continuous improvement ideas. Works with engineering and quality to rectify customer complaints.
• Project Management - Communicates changes and progress. Completes projects on time. Participates in team activities.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. Pursues training and development opportunities. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Shares expertise with others. Handles the technical aspects of their duties.
• Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs. Responds to requests for service and assistance. Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming. Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Responds well to questions. Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Able to read and interpret written information. Able to bring ideas to the team.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts the success of team above own interests.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others. Accepts feedback from others.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve quality. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Applies feedback to make improvements.
• Judgment - Displays a willingness to make decisions.
• Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner. Treats others with respect. Accepts responsibility for your own actions. Follows through on commitments.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards. Strives to increase productivity. Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures. Reports unsafe conditions or practices. Uses equipment and material properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the workplace. Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Ensures responsibilities are covered when absent. Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follow instruction. Keeps commitments. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternative plan.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily. Undertakes self‑development activities. Seeks increased responsibility. Looks for opportunities. Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Displays creative thinking. Generates suggestions for improvements. Develops innovative approaches and ideas.
• Product Knowledge - Strives to understand product categories and system components. Must be able to pull parts needed for production. Must have awareness of key projects and customers. Understand where parts go in relation to parent items, bill of materials, and drawings.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.