Plant Production Associate

Robroy® Industries; Gilmer (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Robroy® Industries in Gilmer, Texas, seeks candidates for manual unskilled work supporting production in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include meeting quality standards, securing product labels, and maintaining housekeeping standards. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma and one year of experience in manufacturing.

The role requires the ability to operate computerized production systems and a commitment to safety practices. Training and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate and efficiently use computerized production systems.

Responsibilities

• Distinguish different product sizes and lengths.
• Meet established quality standards for all work performed.
• Ensure use of safety devices and PPE.
• Maintain a constant alert for unsafe conditions.
• Responsible for housekeeping in various assigned areas.

Skills

Ability to operate computerized production systems

Proficient verbal and written English communication skills

Numerical and Mechanical Reasoning Ability

Problem solving and Issue Resolution

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Principle assignment is manual unskilled work, using various hand tools and equipment to support production within the manufacturing environment. Associate must demonstrate the ability to be moved to a higher job class as positions become available.

Preferred Requirements

• 1 year of experience in manufacturing environment
• Ability to operate and use efficiently computerized production systems (i.e., Plant Workflow, MRP and Inventory Management systems)

Required Education / Experience / Skills

• High School Diploma or GED
• Proficient verbal and written English communication skills

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Distinguish different product sizes and lengths
• Secure label, label products, cartons, packs, thread protectors, etc.
• Meet established quality standards for all work performed
• Complete daily work as scheduled for maximum utilization of production
• Anticipate changeovers and have readily available material and equipment required to minimize loss of production time
• Meet production volume required in accordance with established methods and standards and in accordance with the production schedule
• Ensure use of safety devices and PPE
• Maintain a constant alert for unsafe conditions and practices and correct or report them immediately
• Responsible for housekeeping in various assigned areas and the plant facility in general
• Clean all products from oil, dust and/or paint
• Assist as “helper” to other production associates and operators as needed
• Cross‑train in department processes and procedures as directed by supervision in various departments on machine operation and/or production functions for possible movement to higher job class
• Responsible for identification, documentation, segregation, evaluation and disposition of non‑conforming product, services, and systems
• All department processes and procedures documented and the appropriate individual(s) trained and cross‑trained as necessary
• Performs other duties as required and directed by Plant Supervision
• When necessary, does similar or general type work in other classifications
• May be required to rotate shifts or work at other nearby facilities as required

Level of Supervision

Moderate Direction

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Training and Development

You are expected to participate in training and development activities throughout your employment with the company to ensure the excellence of the performance of your assigned duties.

Travel Requirements

May be required to rotate shifts or work at other nearby facilities as required.

Technical Skills

• Numerical and Mechanical Reasoning Ability
• Problem solving and Issue Resolution