Production Associate-Manufacturing

Western Industries Plastic Products; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life Insurance

AD&D options

401(k) after 60 days

Weekly pay

Paid holidays

Job summary

Western Industries Plastic Products is seeking a Production Associate to operate blow mold machinery and trim molded parts to specification. You will perform quality inspections, package finished products, and maintain a clean, safe work area to help meet production goals.

The role requires ability to lift up to 80 lbs, work in hot, noisy environments, and follow detailed work instructions using hand and power tools. Training and safety PPE are provided.

Qualifications

• Six months experience in production/manufacturing, preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to work in production setting that has heat and moderate to loud noise.
• Ability to trim parts/products with hand/power tools as instructed.
• Follow work instructions to meet quality specifications.

Responsibilities

• Receive and trim molded parts using hand/power tools.
• Identify and report non-conforming products to supervisor.
• Complete assigned rework as necessary.
• Box, package or pallet finished products and label with counts and info.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas.

Skills

Quality inspection

Hand tools

Power tools

Safety awareness

Tools

CNC machines

Grinders

Compressors

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Western Industries Plastic Products - Winfield, KS 67156

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: None

Job Shift: 8 Hour - Day Shift

Job Category: ManufacturingShift Openings – 8-hour shift schedules!

Monday – Friday or Tuesday-Saturday schedules (overtime as needed).

Starting range $15.00 - $18.50 per hour depending on experience and assigned shift.

Our Production Associates are responsible to produce high-quality plastic products from blow mold machinery in accordance with company standards. This role involves performing precise trimming, conducting quality inspections, packaging finished products, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The Production Associate plays a key role in ensuring that production goals are met efficiently and safely.

Summary of Job Duties

• Receive and accurately trim molded parts from extractor using hand and/or power tools.
• Identify and report non-conforming products to supervisor.
• Complete assigned rework as necessary.
• Box, package or pallet finished products and label with accurate counts and required information.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas.

Work Environment

• Extreme heat.
• Moderate to loud noise levels (with proper PPE provided).
• Industrial equipment such as motors, grinders, compressors, CNC machines, and other production machinery.

Physical Demands

• Standing and walking for long periods of time.
• Frequent pushing, pulling, grasping, bending, overhead reaching, and repetitive motions.
• Occasional climbing, stooping, and crouching.
• Lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 80 lbs.
• Ability to use small hand tools and power tools
• Required use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Benefits (Waiting periods apply)

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company provided life insurance
• Voluntary Life/AD&D options including dependent plans.
• 401(K) enrollment after 60 days of employment with company match
• Weekly pay!
• Ten paid holidays!

QualificationsRequirements

• Ability to lift & carry up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to work in production setting that does experience heat and moderate to loud noise levels.
• Ability to trim parts/products as directed by work instructions using hand tools and/or power tools.
• Ability to follow work instructions following quality specifications.
• Perform quality checks to meet company standards and identify non-conforming parts/products.
• Six months experience in production/manufacturing, preferred.
• Experience performing physically demanding work.

Work Authorization/ Security Clearance

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Western Industries Plastic Products, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer