Production Associate I

Laticrete International; Bethany (CT); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

12 paid holidays

Flexible spending

Life Insurance

Job summary

Laticrete International in Bethany, Connecticut is seeking an individual for a role focused on machine operation and order fulfillment. Responsibilities include preparing materials and ensuring safety during operations.

Candidates must possess a High School Diploma and demonstrate proficiency in math and communication. The role requires physical capability including lifting heavy items and standing for the majority of the shift. Benefits include medical and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Able to utilize math to perform basic weights for formulas.
• Able to read and interpret directions and order details.
• Able to communicate both in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials needed for order.
• Ensure fulfillment using the RF Gun to locate materials.
• Ensure proper housekeeping and maintenance of worksite.
• Prepare materials for next shift to ensure smooth transition.
• Collect samples for QC team and adjust batch as needed.

Skills

Math skills for weights

Reading and interpreting directions

Communication skills (written and verbal)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Classification: Hourly Shift: First Shift - 8 (United States of America)

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 12 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time
• Flexible spending
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance
• 1 week paid plant shutdown between the Christmas and New Year's Day holidays

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Machine Operation and Order Fulfillment (65%)
  • Prepare materials needed for order.
  • Ensure fulfillment by reviewing order and material lists, using the RF Gun to locate and pick materials.
  • Weigh materials based on order needs and input information into machine.
  • Start up machinery, review production schedule, load bags into machine and coordinate with batcher to determine run schedule.
  • Ensure safety protocols are always followed.
• Housekeeping (15%)
  • Ensure proper housekeeping and maintenance of worksite—sweeping, vacuuming, removing packing materials/debris and cleaning equipment.
• Staging and Shift Handoff (5%)
  • Prepare materials for next shift to ensure smooth transition and handoff with minimal downtime.
• Quality Control (10%)
  • Ensure team uses raw materials that are not expired and follow correct formulas.
  • Collect samples for the QC team; adjust batch as needed based on results.
  • Ensure final product meets quality specifications.
• Equipment & Materials (5%)
  • Communicate with leadership and maintenance regarding equipment and material needs, shortages, failures, required repairs, forklift inspection results, etc.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Able to utilize math to perform basic weights for formulas.
• Able to read and interpret directions and order details.
• Able to communicate both in writing and verbally.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements

• Must pass pre‑employment physical.
• Lifting: must be able to lift and/or carry a minimum of 60 pounds.
• Push/Pull: must be able to push/pull 55 pounds.
• Stand: must be able to stand 80%–85% of the day.
• Sitting: must be able to sit 5% of the day.
• Twisting/Bending: must be able to twist/bend 20% of the day.
• Squatting, Climbing and/or Crawling: must be able to squat/climb/crawl 10% of the day.