Production Associate

Lightera; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lightera is seeking a nightshift operator to operate manufacturing equipment, perform bench and assembly tasks, and follow detailed procedures to ensure product quality. The role requires safety compliance, basic math, and routine equipment adjustments, with active engagement in maintaining a clean and organized work area.

The operator will assist with loading/unloading, testing, inspection, and material handling while coordinating with team members to meet daily goals and KPI targets.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and follow detailed procedures and work instructions.
• Able to operate equipment with basic adjustments and safety awareness.
• Willing to learn and adhere to health and safety policies and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Perform bench and assembly work as required.
• Operate machines with required adjustments per specs and procedures.
• Assist in loading, unloading, setup, and operation of complex machines.
• Test and inspect in‑process and finished products.
• Handle cabling and material handling tasks.
• Receive, store, stage and ship materials and products.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machine control interface

Basic computer use

Reading & Writing English

Basic math

Time management

Computer tablet interface

Computer app use

Internet browsing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Purpose

Nightshift operator. Operate machines requiring limited interrelated adjustments with detailed procedures in manufacturing layouts, engineering specifications, similar operating procedures, or work instructions, including but not limited to, inspection; basic care and cleaning of equipment and work area to ensure process efficiency and product quality.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

Minimum Experience Required

Prior manufacturing experience is preferred.

Additional Qualifications

Must be able to work any shift or work schedule. Some technical schools are desirable. Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority. Must be efficient, disciplined, and self‑motivated to reach the daily goals (Key Performance Indicators).

Key Responsibilities

Having the functional capacity to perform efficiently and safely in each job assignment required. Perform a wide variety of bench and assembly work. Operate machines requiring limited interrelated adjustments with detailed procedures in manufacturing layouts, engineering specifications, or similar operating procedures. Assist in the loading, unloading, string‑up, set‑up, and operation of complex machines. Test and inspect in‑process and completed products. Cable material handling duties requiring the operation of all types of material handling equipment. Receive, store, stage and ship all types of materials and products. Excellent communication skills amongst team members required. Perform work assignments alongside team, with the lead, and supervisor. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Machine control interface (touchscreens)
• Basic computer use: mouse, icon, hotkeys and restarting clients.
• Reading, Writing English language.
• Basic math
• Time management
• Computer tablet interface.
• Computer app use
• Basic software use and internet browsing