Production Associate - Harnessing

igus Inc.; Rumford (RI); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid HSA Medical plan

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability Insurance

Retirement with Company contributions

20 Paid Time Off days per year

9 holidays

Subsidized lunch on-site

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Associate to support various production activities. This entry-level position involves learning multiple roles, including cutting and assembly, while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be willing to work overtime as needed. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, this role offers a fantastic opportunity for growth and development within the plastics manufacturing industry.

Qualifications

• Basic skills in reading, writing, and math are essential.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Support production staff in cutting, assembly, and shipping.
• Learn to operate forklifts and cutting machines.

Skills

Basic reading skills

Basic writing skills

Basic math skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Lean manufacturing experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Measuring tools

Cutting machines

Job description

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Production Associate will provide support to production staff as needed in areas such as cutting, assembly, receiving, shipping, inline shipping, etc. This role involves collaborating with the production team to ensure that quality and production standards are consistently met in a timely, accurate, and safe manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Learn and become proficient in multiple roles, including Cutting, Assembly, Receiving, Shipping, Inline shipping, and general housekeeping.
• Support all shop floor activities and assist the Cutting department as needed.
• Train to operate forklifts, walkies, and other machinery used in the production process.
• Operate or be willing to learn to operate various cutting machines.
• Accurately measure product lengths using measuring tools.
• Strip and clean electrical cables.
• Package, label, weigh, and stack products according to specifications.
• Maintain cleanliness of floors, production lines, and related equipment.
• Assist in other departments as needed based on production demands.
• Complete safety training and maintain necessary certifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills required.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be available and willing to work overtime and weekends as needed to satisfy customer needs.
• Lean manufacturing and continual process improvement experience a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds required.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive base salary with ongoing growth opportunities.
• Complete benefits package including company-paid HSA Medical plan, Dental, Life, Supplemental Life Insurance, Vision Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance, and Retirement with Company contributions.
• 20 Paid Time Off days per year, plus 9 holidays.
• Subsidized lunch on-site.

PAY: $16.50 an hour

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

Industries

• Plastics Manufacturing