Production Associate- 1st Shift

Regal Rexnord; Columbia City (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their manufacturing team. This role involves operating and maintaining cell manufacturing equipment while ensuring product quality through inspections and adherence to detailed procedures. You will have the opportunity to train new associates and work collaboratively with a team to meet production goals. The company offers a supportive work environment and values problem-solving, attention to detail, and teamwork. If you are looking for a role where you can grow and contribute to meaningful projects, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off and Holidays

401k Retirement Plan with Matching Contributions

Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret diagrams and specifications.
• Experience in industrial assembly preferred.
• Knowledge of gauging processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manufacturing equipment for production.
• Perform quality checks and maintain production records.
• Train new associates on standard processes.

Skills

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic presses

Air power tools

Electric power tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Sets up and operates cell manufacturing and test equipment in order to produce final product. Inspects parts as needed for product quality. Performs standard work and uses process control methods to complete the manufacturing process. Performs routine preventative maintenance on tools and equipment. Reads and interprets all process documents, follows detailed procedures and maintains applicable records. Assists in training of new associates on standard processes within manufacturing, changeovers and inspection. Communicates cell production issues to Production Team Leader and/or other team members. Interfaces with purchasing, engineering, and customer service as needed to deliver product to meet customer expectations. Willingness to work in numerous capacities, ranging from molding, machine operating, assembly, potting, washing, painting, inspecting, and other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty once fully trained. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reads and interprets diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, or reports to determine material requirements and/or assembly instructions. Selects, aligns, and secures tooling, accessories, and materials on machines, such as hydraulic presses, burnish/test machines, assembly fixtures, air or electric power tools and magnetizers. Enters appropriate settings and adjusts and calibrates equipment as needed for the assigned production order. Records production and operational data on specified forms or within specified data-tracking systems. Performs quality checks on products and parts. Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly, using measuring instruments, such as micrometers and height gauges. Rotates through all the tasks required in a particular production process. Works at a variety of workstations and areas with other associates as required to meet customer needs. Explains assembly procedures or techniques to other associates. Maintains an orderly, safe, and clean workplace. Participates in cell meetings and events. May perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Problem-solver

Detail-oriented

Works well independently and as a member of a team

Verbal and written communication skills

Cooperative

Team player

Reliable and Dependable

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CREDENTIALS

High School Diploma or GED is preferred. Previous industrial assembly background is preferred, but not required, however a verifiable and solid work history is. Knowledge of gauging processes is a plus.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

The ability to read and interpret documents such as general business periodicals, safety rules, quality instruction and process documentation, operating and maintenance instructions, technical and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports, productivity charts, and production correspondences.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong and/or apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is continuously required to stand, walk, reach with hand or hands, hand together with arm, or two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects, lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Frequent forward bending and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include near vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to work in manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage

Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)

Paid Time Off and Holidays

401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions

Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

Tuition Assistance

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord is a $6.5B publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who h elp create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, t ransmitand control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, c omprise d of controllers, drives, precision motors, and actuators, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision tools used in surgical applications.

The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.

Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email [e-mail] . If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [e-mail] .

Notification to Agencies : Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

About the company

Regal Rexnord Corporation, usually referred to as just Regal Rexnord, is a manufacturer of electric motors and power transmission components headquartered in Beloit, Wisconsin