Production Associate

Atlantisusa; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental/Vision

Vacation

401K

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Delaware is seeking dedicated individuals for machine operation roles. Key responsibilities include operating injection molding machinery, conducting quality inspections, and packaging finished products. Ideal candidates will have physical stamina, attention to detail, and basic mechanical skills. A high school diploma is preferred. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a yearly education contribution of $3,000 are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for 8-12 hours, lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
• Meticulous observation to identify product defects.
• Basic mechanical skills and learn to operate and maintain machines.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor plastic molding machinery.
• Conduct visual inspections to ensure part specifications.
• Package finished products and prepare for shipping.

Skills

Physical Stamina

Attention to Detail

Technical Aptitude

Basic Math/Computer Skills

Safety Focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsible for safely performing essential duties associated with the job while maintaining high‑level quality and efficiency. Full‑Time: 1 st , 2 nd , 3 rd 8 hour shifts Monday through Friday

Pay: 1 st shift - $18/hr

• Machine Operation: Operate, monitor, and tend to plastic molding, injection, or extrusion machinery.
• Quality Inspection: Conduct visual inspections and use measuring tools (gauges) to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Finishing and Trimming: Trim (flash), cut, and degate from molded parts.
• Packaging and Labeling: Package finished products, scan labels, and weigh parts for shipping.
• Documentation: Record production data, scrap, and quality checks.
• Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workstation, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for 8–12-hour shifts, bend, lift, and carry up to 35 lbs.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous observation to identify product defects.
• Technical Aptitude: Basic mechanical skills and ability to learn to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain machines.
• Basic Math/Computer Skills: Ability to read work orders, use basic math, and enter data into computers.
• Experience: Previous manufacturing or assembly experience is preferred but not always required.
• Safety Focus: Knowledge of safety procedures, including the use of PPE (safety glasses, gloves).

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide
• Ability to perform basic applications of percentages and averages

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to recognize non‑compliance to work standards and contact appropriate supervision or management staff

Physical Demands:

• Extended hours standing and repetitive tasks
• Standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, and regularly lifting to 35 pounds.
• Manufacturing environment with associated noises, smells, and temperatures.
• Climate controlled facility.

We have a great benefit package for full-time employees including:

• Medical
• Dental/Vision
• Vacation
• Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401K
• Safety Glasses (Prescription if needed)
• A yearly contribution to your education of 3K
• Employee Referral Bonus
• A monthly production bonus