GENERAL UTILITY - 2ND SHIFT

Colonial Group; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Akron, OH is seeking a dedicated production worker to support the manufacturing operation on a second shift (2PM–10PM). You will join a team focused on increasing productivity, reducing downtime and waste.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, willingness to work overtime, and the ability to collaborate with other plant personnel in a fast-paced environment while upholding safety and 5S standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Able to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Available to work the second shift (2PM–10PM).
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Good attendance record.
• Experience in packaging/manufacturing preferred.
• Understand that temperatures/volumes may vary.
• Strong safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operation to increase productivity and reduce downtime and waste.
• Assist all jobs on the plant floor.
• Follow safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.
• Maintain shop and equipment per 5S standards.
• Other duties as assigned.
• May be required to stack parts up to 30 lbs. for up to 12 hours.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

Work as part of a team in support of a manufacturing operation with a goal of increasing productivity; decreasing downtime and waste.

Assume active role in overall plant and facilities-related work. Position requires assisting all jobs on the plant floor.

Follow all company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.

Maintain shop and shop equipment per 5S Standards.

Other duties as assigned.

May be required to stack parts up to 30 lbs. for a period of up to 12 hours.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

High School Graduate or GED.

Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Must be available to work the second shift. (2PM - 10PM)

Must have a good attendance record.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment is preferred.

Possess an understanding that temperatures and volumes of work may vary.

Be passionate about maintaining a safe work environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Must be willing to work closely on a day-to-day basis with other production personnel.

Ability to share ideas with others to solve problems of essential importance.

Excellent communication skills.

Thrive in a cross-functional team environment.

Work with a sense of urgency to reduce downtime of machines.

Strong verbal communication skills.

Ability to work in a fast paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.