Finish Operator II: Quality-Driven Production

Dauch; North Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Production Associate is responsible for safely operating equipment, inspecting parts, performing quality checks, and supporting production activities across finishing operations. This position ensures products meet customer and company quality standards while maintaining productivity, safety, and housekeeping requirements.

Typical duties include following work instructions, loading and unloading materials, conducting visual and dimensional inspections, documenting production data, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred.
• Experience with assembly, machine operation, inspection, or material handling is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load, unload, and move materials through finishing stages.
• Conduct visual and dimensional quality inspections to verify conformance.
• Complete production, quality, and traceability documentation accurately.
• Identify and segregate nonconforming products; notify supervisor or quality personnel.
• Follow production schedules to meet daily output and customer requirements.
• Assist with setup, changeovers, and routine maintenance as applicable.

Skills

Reading work instructions

Quality inspection basics

Measuring tools

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Learn multiple operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Production Associate is responsible for safely operating equipment, inspecting parts, performing quality checks, and supporting production activities across finishing operations. This position ensures products meet customer and company quality standards while maintaining productivity, safety, and housekeeping requirements.

Typical duties include following work instructions, loading and unloading materials, conducting visual and dimensional inspections, documenting production data, and