3rd Shift Production Associate — Precision Parts

Newbury Franklin Industrials; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Job summary

Moldtech seeks a Production Associate Level 1 to safely operate and manage machines in the parts production process. This is a 3rd shift role with a Sunday–Thursday schedule, 11:00 pm to 7:30 am.

You will work with hand tools, presses, and basic equipment, ensuring parts meet specifications, tracking production logs, and maintaining a clean, safe work area. Training and teamwork are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Consistent Process Execution - Follows standard operating procedures with minimal supervision.
• Basic Troubleshooting Ability - Recognizes mold or machine issues and knows when to escalate.
• Intermediate Understanding of Materials - Recognizes different types of rubber and their basic curing properties.
• Proficient with Tools and Equipment - Confident using hand tools, presses, and basic measurement devices (calipers, gauges).
• Effective Communication - Can communicate issues to supervisors and collaborate with coworkers.
• Training New Hires - May assist in orienting or mentoring new employees on basic tasks and procedures.
• Responsive to Feedback - Accepts coaching constructively and applies it.

Responsibilities

• Comfortable with hand tools, presses, or basic machinery. Assigned machines may include lathes, grinders, mills, and similar equipment.
• Produces the required quantity of parts within established specifications and tolerances.
• Measures completed parts using precision tools to ensure they meet functional, quality, and cosmetic specifications.
• Maintains logs and records of units produced, which includes a record of errors that lead to rejected or discarded pieces.
• Inspects equipment before use to ensure correct setup and alignment; performs basic routine adjustments and maintenance tasks.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Process execution

Troubleshooting

Materials knowledge

Tools and equipment

Effective communication

Training new hires

Response to feedback

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Job description

Moldtech seeks a Production Associate Level 1 to safely operate and manage machines in the parts production process. This is a 3rd shift role with a Sunday–Thursday schedule, 11:00 pm to 7:30 am.

You will work with hand tools, presses, and basic equipment, ensuring parts meet specifications, tracking production logs, and maintaining a clean, safe work area. Training and teamwork are emphasized.