Production Associate

Herff Jones; Arcola (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Herff Jones, based in Arcola, IL, is seeking a Production Associate to join our manufacturing team. The role involves inspecting products, learning lines, and operating machines safely to meet quality and production targets.

Starting pay is $17 per hour. Applicants should be capable of working in a fast-paced setting, with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork on the production floor.

Qualifications

• Six months experience in a similar role preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet/exceed efficiency goals.
• Ability to comprehend and process information.
• Notice when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.
• Concentrate and not be distracted while performing a task.

Responsibilities

• Inspect product to ensure it meets quality standards.
• Learn product lines and learn how to operate machines in an efficient and safe manner.
• Monitor machines to control quality.
• Meet production goals.
• Box Gowns for Transfer.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

About Herff Jones

Indianapolis-based Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones’ products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long-term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years. For more information about Herff Jones, please visit www.herffjones.com.

Your Opportunity

The Herff Jones Cap & Gown Manufacturing team, based in Arcola, IL is looking for manufacturing associates to join our production team.

Position Title: Production Associate

Location: Arcola

Starting Pay for position:

$17/hr

JOIN OUR TEAM!

About Herff Jones

Indianapolis-based Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones’ products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long-term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years. For more information about Herff Jones, please visit www.herffjones.com.

Your Opportunity

The Herff Jones Cap & Gown Manufacturing team, based in Arcola, IL is looking for manufacturing associates to join our production team.

What You’ll Be Doing On A Daily Basis

• Inspect product to ensure it meets quality standards.
• Learn product lines and learn how to operate machines in an efficient and safe manner.
• Monitor machines to control quality.
• Meet production goals.
• Box Gowns for Transfer
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring To The Table

• At least six months experience in a similar role preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet/exceed efficiency goals
• Ability to comprehend and process information
• Notice when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong
• Concentrate and not be distracted while performing a task
• Ability to recognize different colors and read tickets
• Combine several pieces of information and draw conclusions

Physical Requirements Including But Not Limited To

• Lifting, carrying, sitting, grasping, reaching, standing, kneeling, walking, bending, twisting
• Reading, communication, math
• Working at a computer for extended periods of time
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to above

Herff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Herff Jones strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.