Operator (3rd Shift)

Colonial Group; Caledonia (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Michigan is seeking an entry-level production associate to listen, follow directions, and perform assembly and packaging tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will train on job functions, manage traveler activities, perform line clearances, and support 6S practices while learning our ERP system IFS and pursuing GDP certification. Candidates should have a GED and strong English communication, with willingness to overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Proficient in verbal and written communication with the ability to read and understand work instructions in English.
• Must have a positive attitude while maintaining flexibility.
• Conscientious, accurate, and detailed-oriented regarding work output.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred and Lean Manufacturing knowledge a plus.
• Availability to frequently work overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Listen actively and take direction from Supervisor regarding daily work priorities.
• Assemble, inspect, and package product per cell work instructions.
• Train on job functions performed but may not be trained on all applicable aspects of the machine/area; therefore, may not be performing all functions.
• Perform traveler activities per applicable work instructions: component traceability, label verification, and line clearance.
• Perform change overs (not tool changes) in required time, with minimal setup scrap.
• Maintain 6S work environment – cleanliness and organization; actively learn Operations Management System (OMS) and follow guidelines within it.
• Actively learn our internal ERP system IFS and work toward IFS certification.
• Become certified in GDP.
• Always follow all safety guidelines and procedures.
• Work toward productivity goals for assigned area, creating quality product.
• Utilize downtime effectively.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Positive attitude

Detail-oriented

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Overtime availability

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

In This Position, You Will Have the Opportunity to:

• Listen actively and takes direction from Supervisor regarding daily work priorities
• Assemble, inspect, and package product per cell work instructions.
• Train on job functions performed but may not be trained on all applicable aspects of the machine/area; therefore, may not be performing all functions.
• Perform traveler activities per applicable work instructions: component traceability, label verification, and line clearance.
• Perform change overs (not tool changes) in required time, with minimal set up scrap
• Maintain 6S work environment – cleanliness and organization Actively learn Operations Management System (OMS) and follow the guidelines and practices within it
• Actively learn our internal ERP system IFS and work towards IFS certification
• Become certified in GDP
• Alway follow all safety guidelines and procedures
• Work towards productivity goals for assigned area, creating quality product
• Utilize your downtime properly

What You Need to Succeed in This Position

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Proficient in verbal and written communication with the ability to read and understand work instructions in English
• Must have a positive attitude while maintaining flexibility
• Conscientious, accurate, and detailed-oriented regarding work output
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred and Lean Manufacturing knowledge a plus
• Availability to frequently work overtime and weekends

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

NOTE: The inability to perform any of the following physical requirements does not preclude an applicant from consideration unless, following an individualized analysis, it is determined that the physical requirement is an essential job function and the applicant is unable to perform such function with or without reasonable accommodation

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Frequently required to stand, sit, walk, talk and hear and work repetitive job / assemblies
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

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