Production Associate - 1st Shift

Seal-; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Profit Sharing

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Seal & Design is a family-owned manufacturer headquartered in Clarence, NY, with multiple divisions across the U.S. and Canada. We produce gaskets, o-rings, seals, and molded rubber/plastic parts for diverse industries.

This role is for a production operator on the day shift, offering opportunities to work on equipment and contribute to quality targets. We value safety and reliability, with a pay range of $22.00–$26.00 per hour and a benefits package including health and dental coverage, 401(k)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 6 months to 2 years of job-specific experience.
• Experience working in a computer-based environment with business or ERP software.
• Basic math and measurement proficiency.
• Ability to read & interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery safely and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Execute job tasks according to specifications outlined on job card.
• Accurately record job start and completion times, material usage, and production data.
• Conduct first-piece and in-process inspections to verify compliance with quality standards.
• Notify the Lead Operator or Quality Control of any quality concerns and pause production until issue is resolved; escalate unresolved issues to the Plant Manager.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment throughout the shift.
• Adhere to all safety, security, and operational procedures.
• Meet or exceed established productivity, efficiency, and quality targets.
• Cross-train and provide support to other departments as needed to meet production schedules and deadlines.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Math & measurement

Blueprint reading

ERP software experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Seal & Design is a family-owned company founded and headquartered in Clarence, NY with four divisions located across the U.S. and Canada. Our product line includes gaskets, o-rings, seals, molded rubber and plastics, die-cut foams, and many other products for a wide array of sealing applications. We provide superior products to our customers across many industries, including: Automotive, Medical, Military & Defense, Aerospace, Electronics, Power Generation, Hydraulics, and HVAC.

Seal & Design’s customer focused attitude allows us to exceed customers’ expectations. We are world-class.

To learn more about us visit www.sealanddesign.com and view our recruiting video at https://youtu.be/Bae9usXohso.

Shift: Monday - Friday: 6:00AM - 2:30PMPay Range: $22.00 - $26.00/hour

Responsibilities:

• Operate production machinery safely and in compliance with company policies and procedures
• Execute job tasks according to specifications outlined on job card
• Accurately record job start and completion times, material usage, and production data
• Conduct first-piece and in-process inspections to verify compliance with quality standards
• Notify the Lead Operator or Quality Control of any quality concerns and pause production until issue is resolved; escape unresolved issues to the Plant Manager
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment as required
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment throughout the shift
• Adhere to all safety, security, and operational procedures
• Meet or exceed established productivity, efficiency, and quality targets
• Cross-train and provide support to other departments as needed to meet production schedules and deadlines

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Six (6) months to two (2) years of job specific experience
• Experience working in a computer-based environment with business or ERP software.
• Basic math and measurement proficiency
• Ability to read & interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Strong mechanical aptitude

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Continual use of hands; constant standing, walking, reaching, bending, pulling and lifting
• Clear close vision and ability to identify and distinguish color variations

• 401(k) Profit Sharing
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance