Production Operator

American Trim; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

American Trim in Erie, PA, is seeking a dependable team member to support the coating line operations. You will read process sheets, inspect and transfer products, and package items according to the process and packaging sheets.

You will communicate defects to the Line Operator to ensure quality throughout the run. You must have good hand-eye coordination and strong attention to detail to work at a fast pace while spotting defects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail are essential.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedures.
• Ability to perform basic math and compute rates and percentages.

Responsibilities

• Read process sheets, specifications, and display related documentation for current job.
• Inspect or inspect & transfer product on the coating line according to process sheets or loading diagrams.
• Inspect & package the product from the coating line according to packaging sheets.
• Communicate defects, problems, or issues to the Line Operator during the run.
• Perform specialized wiping and transferring of various products when trained and assigned.
• Assist the Material Handler with packaging needs.
• Maintain housekeeping: keep area clean, return documents and tools to proper locations, prevent debris and clutter.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Attention to detail

Reading comprehension

Reasoning ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Produce a quality American Trim product by following the procedures outlined below and other duties as assigned:

• Read the process sheets, specifications, and display any related documentation on how the current job is to be processed.


• Inspect & place or inspect & transfer the product on the coating line according to the process sheet and/or loading diagram.


• Inspect & package the product from the coating line according to the process sheet and/or packaging sheet.


• Communicate with the Line Operator any defects, problems, or issues which may occur during the product run.


• Perform specialized wiping and transferring of various products when trained and assigned.


• Assist the Material Handler in preparing packaging needs.


• General Housekeeping of the Area: Ensure scrap and rework are placed in the correct containers/locations. Process sheets, loading diagrams, packaging sheets, and specifications are returned to the correct location at the end of the run. Tooling, part samples/masters, and packaging are returned to the correct location at the end of the run. The area in which working is to be kept free from debris and clutter; and area is to be swept at the end of the shift.


• Other duties may be assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Dexterity Skills

You will need to have good hand eye coordination and good attention to detail. The ability to work at a fast pace while looking for defects.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Must have reliable transportation.