Assembler I

Georg Fischer Central Plastics LLC; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Georg Fischer Central Plastics LLC in Kansas is seeking a production-oriented worker to safely load and unload machinery using the correct tooling. You will follow established guidelines, read blueprints when required, and contribute to meeting production and quality standards.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to ISO documentation, and a commitment to maintaining a clean and organized work area while collaborating with team members on a 40-hour schedule.

Qualifications

• Understand and follow safety policies and procedures.
• Read and interpret blueprints when required.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload machinery using proper tooling and products.
• Meet or exceed production standards and maintain quality.
• Follow ISO documentation and maintain a clean, safe work area.

Job description

Summary

Safely load and unload machinery with proper tooling and products. Perform manual tasks such as package, crate, label, count, and sort products. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Required to understand and follow all company policies and procedures
• Ensure that all guards and safety equipment have been installed and properly checked
• Required to meet or exceed production standards
• Required to maintain quality standards on all products
• Safely load and unload machinery with the proper tooling and product as directed by team leader or supervisor
• Maintain good housekeeping practices throughout the department
• Responsible to maintain a safe working environment for all employees
• Requires regular attendance per the schedule assigned by supervisor
• Required to understand and follow all safety policies and procedures
• Required to understand and follow work procedures as set forth by all ISO documentation
• Read and interpret blueprints whenever required by operation
• Select the proper tooling and process set‑up as directed by team leader or supervisor
• Safely assemble parts on line to manufacture items for customer fullfullment. This may include lift, screw, push, pull, count, sort, crate, package, label items
• Adhere to ISO 9001 Quality, ISO 14001 Environmental, and OSHAS 18001 certification requirements
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

• A thorough understanding of the hazard communication program
• Must have a total understanding of the shop packets released to the shop floor
• Knowledge of commonly‑used concepts, practices, and procedures within manufacturing environment

Education and Experience

High school diploma or its equivalent, desired

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Typical office/factory environment with possibility of exposure to heat in production areas
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. in a safe manner
• Clarity of vision and the ability to focus on a fast and repetitious operation for extended period of time
• Exposure to heavy equipment or components needed to produce product (safety toed shoes required)
• Exposure to sparks, chips, and dust (eye protection required)
• Must be capable of maintaining a 40‑hour workweek and working overtime as needed
• Must be able to perform repetitive motion. Examples: walking, reaching, bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods of time
• Exposure to machine noise levels (hearing protection required)
• Exposure to electrical and mechanical moving parts
• Exposure to extreme seasonal temperature conditions

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