Production Associate

Jobtailor; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a manufacturing operator to join our team. You will operate various production equipment and assist with material handling on the line. This role includes completing paperwork, recording results, and helping maintain safety and quality standards.

We value teamwork and dependability; a high school diploma or GED is preferred, with at least one year in manufacturing and forklift experience being a plus. Cross-training across positions is encouraged to support operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience operating machinery preferred.
• Previous experience operating a forklift is a plus.
• Willing to be cross-trained in other positions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions.
• Reading basic measuring devices such as a tape measure.
• Ability to work cohesively within a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to obtain powered industrial vehicle (forklift / pallet jack) certifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate various equipment in the manufacture of our products.
• Perform minor repairs and adjustments to equipment as needed.
• Placement of materials on conveyor system.
• Operate material handling equipment.
• Complete necessary paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.
• Report malfunctions of equipment and deficiencies in processes.
• Attain quality and quantity standards and keep accurate records.
• Complete Take-5 Risk assessment and/or Pre-Flight Check lists at the beginning of each shift.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Comply with Company policies and procedures.
• Must report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Take action to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Perform any other reasonable duties that may be required from time to time.

Skills

Equipment Operation

Forklift Operation

Reading Measuring Devices

Basic Mathematical Functions

Record Keeping

Team Collaboration

Independence

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Conveyor System

Material Handling Equipment

Job description

• Operate various equipment in the manufacture of our products.
• Perform minor repairs and adjustments to equipment as needed.
• Placement of materials on conveyor system.
• Operate material handling equipment.
• Complete necessary paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.
• Report malfunctions of equipment and deficiencies in processes.
• Attain quality and quantity standards and keep accurate records.
• Complete Take-5 Risk assessment and/or Pre-Flight Check lists at the beginning of each shift.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Comply with Company policies and procedures.
• Must report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Take action to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Perform any other reasonable duties that may be required from time to time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience operating machinery preferred.
• Previous experience operating a forklift is a plus.
• Willing to be cross-trained in other positions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Understanding and knowledge of reading basic measuring devices such as a tape measure.
• Ability to work cohesively within a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to obtain powered industrial vehicle (forklift / pallet jack) certifications.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in operating various manufacturing equipment and material handling tools while adhering to safety protocols and quality standards. Capable of performing minor repairs, maintaining accurate records, and completing necessary paperwork efficiently.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Equipment Operation
• Forklift Operation
• Basic Mathematical Functions
• Risk Assessment
• Team Collaboration

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Equipment Operation
• Forklift Operation
• Basic Mathematical Functions
• Reading Measuring Devices
• Record Keeping

Soft Skills

• Team Collaboration
• Independence
• Attention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

• Powered Industrial Vehicle Certification

Industry Keywords

• Manufacturing Environment
• Safety Compliance
• Quality Standards

Tools & Technologies

• Conveyor System
• Material Handling Equipment