Production Associate - 154 Orlan

primesourceexternalcareers; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 48,216,000 - 68,880,000; Full time

Job summary

primesourceexternalcareers is seeking a Production Associate to support manufacturing across multiple production cells. You will work on the shop floor, operate machinery, package products, and move materials while recording production data.

Successful candidates will read measuring tools, operate equipment such as saws and presses, and collaborate across departments to solve problems and improve processes. This is a full-time hourly role in Pennsylvania.

Qualifications

• Read measuring tools and use basic inspection methods.
• Operate shop floor machinery as directed.
• Support problem solving to improve processes.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and tools.
• Flexible to transfers within departments or facilities.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, package, and move product in production cells.
• Operate and monitor equipment on the shop floor; record data.
• Maintain safety, quality, and efficiency standards.

Skills

Measuring tools

Machinery operation

Quality awareness

Team player

Problem solving

Cross-department comms

Continuous improvement

Safety compliance

Tools

Saws

Metal presses

Drill presses

Routers

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Production Associate

The Production Associate will work with other team members throughout all departments to perform excellent work and continuously improve. The job will consist primarily of working in a shop floor environment to manufacture, package, and move product in multiple production cells. Work may include operating machinery and recording production data.

Reports to: Production Manager

Key Roles

• Work to standard: Perform work to standards for safety, quality, and time while identifying abnormalities.
• Organize work area: Maintain and improve organization and cleanliness of work area.
• Help solve problems: Support the team in solving problems for customers and improving processes.
• Routine minor maintenance: Regular care and adjustment of tools and equipment.
• Provide value to internal and external customers
• Create and pursue self-development plan
• Other duties as needed: Job duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time and may include potential transfers to other departments and local facilities.

Key Competencies

• Able to read measuring tools (tape measure, calipers)
• Willing and able to operate equipment including, but not limited to saws, metal presses, drill presses, and routers.
• Willingness to learn and follow directions
• Team Player: committed to improving, learning, and collaborating with others
• Problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across departments
• Active prioritization of company mission, values, and culture

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a manufacturing setting. May be subject to the current local weather conditions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type/Time Expectation

This is a full-time hourly position. Days and hours of work are varying from Sunday evening through Friday evening. 40-45 hours are typical. Occasional additional overtime will be required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Job duties may include potential transfers to other departments and local facilities as needed.