Production Assistant

Intertape Polymer Group; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Intertape Polymer Group in Danville, VA is seeking a Production Assistant to support the Operations team on the production line. The role involves start‑up and operation of equipment, quality checks, and adherence to safety practices in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, basic math and written English skills, and the ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 60 lbs. This is an hourly, non-exempt role on-site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Intermediate math skills and English written communication required.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours.
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 60 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the safe, controlled start-up and operation of the production line and process equipment including starting the machine, engaging the feed, observing the operation, and managing changeover process.
• Assists in maintaining blending system including mix recipes.
• Assists in inspecting and measuring completed pieces to verify conformity to customer production standards.
• Assists in monitoring and adjusting controls to ensure product complies with production standards.
• Assists in maintaining equipment through completion of assigned preventative maintenance tasks and minor repair techniques as required.
• Assists in recording quality and production metrics via written communication methods and within time deadlines as necessary.
• Performs all work in a safety first mentality and with utilization of IPS lean manufacturing skills.
• Related tasks as requested by supervisor

Skills

Math skills

Written English

Stamina

Lifting 60 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Position Description

Title: Production Assistant

Department: Operations

Immediate Supervisor: Manufacturing Supervisor

Status: Hourly Non-Exempt

Position Purpose: Assists in operation production line

Principle Accountabilities

• Assists with the safe, controlled start-up and operation of the production line and process equipment including starting the machine, engaging the feed, observing the operation, and managing changeover process.


• Assists in maintaining blending system including mix recipes.


• Assists in inspecting and measuring completed pieces to verify conformity to customer production standards.


• Assists in monitoring and adjusting controls to ensure product complies with production standards.


• Assists in maintaining equipment through completion of assigned preventative maintenance tasks and minor repair techniques as required.


• Assists in recording quality and production metrics via written communication methods and within time deadlines as necessary.


• Performs all work in a safety first mentality and with utilization of IPS lean manufacturing skills.


• Related tasks as requested by supervisor

Essential Skills and Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.


• Intermediate math skills and English written communication skills necessary.


• Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours at a time required


• Ability to regularly lift large lightweight items above head required


• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 60 lbs. on a consistent basis