Manufacturing Associate

Worthington Steel; Delta (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Worthington Steel is seeking a Manufacturing Associate to move materials around the plant using a forklift and crane, support production, package and stage material, and prep machines for operation. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and timely work to maintain smooth manufacturing flow.

You'll build arbors, set up machines, track materials, and assist with housekeeping while following quality policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long shifts and perform physical work.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Read and follow detailed instructions.
• Understand English and safety policies.
• Read bill of material and production orders.
• Able to work with small parts.

Responsibilities

• Move material with forklift/crane for production.
• Ensure areas are stocked and finished skids moved to warehouse.
• Stage material for machine efficiency.
• Provide machine support and clear lines.
• Package finished product for shipment.
• Track orders and label parts.
• Follow bill of material for packaging.
• May perform finishing duties.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Tape measure reading

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Description

Job posting will expire on Sunday, August 30th at 1159PM

Summary

The primary role for the Manufacturing Associate is moving material around the plant or work site with a forklift and/or crane in order for production to run smoothly. In addition, this role may package/band, weigh, and load/unload material from machines and stage material in a timely and accurate manner. The Manufacturing Associate is responsible for building arbors and setting up machines for use as well as performing multiple tasks throughout the day to ensure safe and quality production. This position requires a self-starter with a strong work ethic and a desire to perform the duties to the highest standard.

Responsibilities

• Moves material around plant using a forklift and/or crane for producing, finishing, packaging, or shipping the customer product
• Ensures areas are supplied with parts and removes finished skids to warehouse
• Moves and stages material as scheduled for optimum machine efficiency
• Provides machine support by emptying scrap tubs and ensuring lines are cleared of finished product
• Locates material into finished goods as needed
• Packages finished product for shipment
• Tracks orders and tags
• Follows bill of material in order to match product with proper packaging and skidding
• May perform finishing duties
• Performs multiple tasks to ensure ongoing machine operation
• Performs miscellaneous tasks throughout plant to ensure safe, efficient and quality production of materials
• May perform housekeeping duties within the plant when necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Experience

• Must be able to handle physical, repetitive work and be able to stand on your feet for 12 hrs a day
• Must have good hand-eye coordination
• Mechanical aptitude a plus, but not required
• Competent in basic math and computer skills
• Can operate banding tools
• Can read a tape measure
• Must be able to handle small parts
• Must understand and follow the quality policy and procedures
• Ability to recognize quality issues and problems – detect defects
• Must be able to read, comprehend and follow detailed instructions on productions and understand English
• Must be able to read and understand bill of material and or production order
• Must be able to distinguish between part numbers and sizes
• Must be able to count and label parts accurately
• Must follow all safety policies and procedures
• Must have good safety awareness and efficiency skills
• Oral and written communication skills – including legible writing

About Us

Worthington Steel (NYSEWS) is a metals processor that partners with customers to deliver highly technical and customized solutions. Worthington Steel’s expertise in carbon flat-roll steel processing, electrical steel laminations and tailor welded solutions are driving steel toward a more sustainable future.

As one of the most trusted metals processors in North America, Worthington Steel and its approximately 6,000 employees harness the power of steel to advance our customers’ visions through value-added processing capabilities including galvanizing, pickling, configured blanking, specialty cold reduction, lightweighting and electrical lamination. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Steel operates 37 facilities in seven states and 10 countries. Following a people-first Philosophy, commitment to sustainability and proven business system, Worthington Steel’s purpose is to generate positive returns by providing trusted and innovative solutions for customers, creating opportunities for employees and strengthening its communities.

Worthington Steel is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We recognize that individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds are essential to our success.

Worthington Steel Inc., and its subsidiaries, is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability or veteran’s status.