Production Assistant (Night Shift)

Versatex; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

James Hardie in Scranton, PA is seeking a production associate to assist the extrusion operator in a large, 24/7 manufacturing environment. The role supports producing quality products per specs and maintaining safety standards. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is offered.

Pay is $18/hour for days and $19/hour for nights, with responsibilities including pallet placement, labeling, quality checks, and housekeeping. Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, at least 1 year of experience, basic

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar role.
• Basic math/numeracy skills required.
• Must be able to read, write and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Assist extrusion operator with running equipment and producing quality products.
• Perform quality checks (color, surface, size) to meet product standards.
• Package finished material with proper labeling and palletize.
• Move material to designated areas and keep work area clean and organized.
• Complete production operator reports and related paperwork.
• Follow all safety, health and environmental procedures.

Skills

Basic computer skills

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Scranton, PA Keyser
Pennsylvania - Scranton - Keyser Ave Facility
Scranton, PA 18504, USA

Description

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

Pay Range: $18 per hour for Days and $19.00 for Nights

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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