2nd and 3rd Production Associate

Lawrence Plastics; Clarkston (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawrence Plastics in Clarkston, MI seeks a focused machine operator to run assigned equipment and ensure the production of quality parts that meet customer requirements.

You will read blueprints, follow work instructions, and uphold safety standards on the production floor. Strong attention to detail and reliability are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Read and comprehend production instructions.
• Detail-oriented with a results-driven approach.
• Reliable and committed.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products as they are produced by assigned machine and review procedures to ensure quality and safety standards.
• Read blueprints and work instructions to understand quality expectations for each product.
• Complete all training activities to perform duties safely and accurately.
• Comply with IATF 16949 standards.
• Dependable attendance daily and willingness to work overtime as scheduled.
• Various other duties as required and assigned by the department supervisor.

Skills

Read production instructions

Detail-oriented

Reliable

Education

High school graduate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

PRINCIPAL FUNCTION:

Overall responsibility is to operate assigned machine(s) to ensure the production of quality parts to meet customer requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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.

• Inspect products as they are produced by assigned machine and review procedures to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Read blueprints and work instructions to understand quality expectations for each product.
• Complete all training activities in order to perform assigned duties safely and accurately.
• Comply with IATF 16949 standards.
• Dependable attendance daily is required, as is the ability and willingness to work Overtime as scheduled.
• Various other duties as required and assigned by the department supervisor.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High school graduate.
• Prior experience in a similar environment is a plus, but not a requirement.
• Familiarity with quality control standards – especially IATF 16949 - in a production setting is a plus, but not a requirement.
• U.S. work authorization.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend production instructions.
• Detail-oriented with a results-driven approach.
• Reliable and committed.
• Experience in the use of Microsoft software, including Word and Excel is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing, sitting, and/or bending for extended periods of time.
• Walking short distances frequently.
• Working in a space that lacks climate control.
• Lifting and carrying objects with an estimated maximum weight of up to 40 lbs. regularly.
• Pushing or pulling objects with up to 15 lbs. of force regularly.
• Gross manipulation skills for picking up, holding, and turning objects.
• Fine manipulation skills such as touching, picking, and moving, primarily with fingers and hands.
• Commitment to workplace safety.
• Required physical presence in the workplace every day scheduled.
• Required to work Overtime as needed.