Production Assistant - Day Shift

The AZEK Company; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $1,500

Job summary

James Hardie is seeking a dedicated production helper to assist the extrusion operator in a large, 24/7 manufacturing environment. You will support quality checks, packaging, labeling, and housekeeping while learning equipment and safety procedures.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of experience, and basic math and computer skills; you must read, write, and understand English and be able to follow written and verbal instructions.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or GED required.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year.
• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills.
• Other Requirements: Ability to read, write, and understand English; basic math for simple calculations.

Responsibilities

• Assist extrusion operator with machine cleaning and setup tasks.
• Monitor and perform quality checks (color, surface, size) to meet product standards.
• Package finished material and label according to product specifications.
• Perform housekeeping duties in the production area and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Basic computer skills

English reading/writing

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Currently offering a $1,500.00 Sign on Bonus**

• Currently offering a $1,500.00 Sign on Bonus**

Pay Range: $18 per hour

Position Summary

Responsible for properly performing activities relative to assisting the extrusion operator in efficiently operating the extrusion equipment and producing quality products within a large, 24/7 manufacturing environment. Critical features of this job are described under the headings below. They may be subject to change at any time.

Essential Functions

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Contributes to accident-free operations and compliance to all health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements and regulations.
• Assist the department in producing a quality product based upon product specifications.
• Monitor and complete quality checks to assure quality of the products (color, surface, size, etc.) meets product standards prior to packaging.
• Perform placement of pallets and proper packaging techniques for finished material as directed.
• Move material to designated areas, as needed.
• Assist extrusion operator with all machine cleaning functions including saws, tanks, etc. when necessary.
• Communicate daily issues and pertinent information to production assistants, assistant operators, operators, and team leaders as needed.
• Follow all plant safety procedures to ensure personal safety and the safety of others.
• Understand and follow all company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Responsible for detailed completion of production operator reports.
• Complete additional quality and production paperwork, as necessary.
• Complete and attach labels according to the product specifications.
• Perform housekeeping duties in the production area.
• Performs additional duties as needed and/or assigned by leadership.

Skills & Abilities

Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required

Experience: Minimum of 1 year

Computer Skills: Basic computer skills

Other Requirements: Ability to read, write, and understand the English language. Basic mathematical proficiency in the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers and fractions. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, reading gauges and similar measuring devices.

• Interview tip: Must know how to read a ruler*

We focus on excellent customer service, and we take pride and great care in every order we fill for our customers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.

With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.