Production Operator

Creative Employment Solutions; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Employment Solutions in Des Plaines, IL seeks a detail-oriented assembler to build sub-assemblies and final products from component kits. You will follow SOPs, use hand tools, read simple drawings, and pack finished goods for storage or shipment.

Ideal candidates are dependable, able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and work with a team to meet daily production targets. On-site position with shop-floor training provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing assembly environments.
• Ability to read simple drawings and use SOPs.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Work Ticket schedule from production supervision.
• Assemble products from components and prepared kits.
• Identify missing or damaged parts and notify supervisor.
• Pack components and finished goods per SOPs and drawings.
• Maintain clean and organized work area and adhere to safety standards.
• Assist with training of new workers.

Skills

Basic math

Read drawings

SOP adherence

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Multitasking

PPE safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

Manufacturing experience

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Job Description Summary:

Assembly of individual components to complete sub-assemblies and finished goods.

Packing components for storage or shipment.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Basic math skills.
• Capable of handling bulky and small components with the use of hand tools and magnifier glass if needed.
• Capable of understanding basic drawings for components and visual aids.
• Capable of following written instructions from SOPs.
• Target oriented and believe in teamwork.
• Good organizational skills, management skills and ability to be self-motivated.
• Should have ability to multitask.
• Familiarity with the use of Personal Protection Equipment, and with health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work on foot for 8 hours, and to lift, push, and slide packages that weigh up to 50 lbs. on occasions.
• Ability to work independently and safely.

Qualifications – Education/Experience:

• Experience working in the Manufacturing Industry.
• Knowledge of operating hand tools.

Duties/Responsibilities: (Position Specific)

• Follows the Work Ticket schedule provided by production supervisor.
• Uses Work Tickets to assemble products by collecting the kit of components prepared by warehouse operators / pickers.
• Makes sure all individual components are properly identified with part number or ID#
• Uses the appropriate SOP, drawings, visual aids, or product catalog to take the components and put them together to convert them into sub-assemblies or finished goods.
• Identifies any missing, lost, or damaged materials listed on the work ticket and immediately notifies the supervisor.
• Fills in the necessary forms or documents associated with parts to assemble (i.e., Work Tickets, scrap form, stock adjustment form, etc.)
• Packs individual components and finished goods as indicated by SOP, drawing, visual aid, or product catalog.
• Packs individual components and finished goods as indicated by SOP, drawing, visual aid, or product catalog.
• Segregates any extra or left over materials that will not be packed, and properly identify them with part number, ID#, location, and any available information available, and turns them to warehouse operators.
• Moves completed assemblies to designated area for the next process.
• Ensures all components are properly assembled using the standard operation procedures and visual aids.
• Ensure all components and finished goods are safely and securely packed and labeled for the next process.
• Manages all components and finished goods with appropriate care.
• Keeps organized and clean work areas and carts.
• Assists with training of newly employed workers.
• Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complies with legal requirements.

Physical/Environmental Requirements:

• The physical requirements 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.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, sit, stand, walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• The employee must be able to work on foot for 8 hours, and to lift, push, and slide packages that weigh up to 50 lbs. on occasions.

Work Location: In person