Production Operator

Stryten Manufacturing; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) with Company Match

Medical coverage through Anthem BlueCC

Dental coverage through Cigna

Vision - free annual exams for Enrolle

Educational Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Insurance Plans - Life, AD&D, LTD, STD

Job summary

Stryten Energy in Manchester, IA is seeking Production Operator candidates with mechanical aptitude and accurate math and measurement skills. You will control machine output to meet quality specifications and daily production goals in a team-based environment.

Starting pay is $25.24 per hour for the 2nd Shift. Candidates should be able to perform first piece inspections, document results, and follow safety and quality procedures. Benefits and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude required.
• Previous manufacturing experience helpful.
• Computer literate.
• Must achieve passing score on pre-employment assessment.
• GED or High School Diploma preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work with line team to meet daily production.
• First piece inspection during the first hour at the assigned station.
• Meet daily production schedule.
• Fill out necessary documentation.
• Understand and communicate with employees to receive training and duties.
• Follow quality control specs and maintain SPC charts.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Perform testing as required.
• Perform weekly preventive maintenance on machines.
• Follow Excel lean Manufacturing Procedures.
• Comply with current Quality Systems Requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team-based environment

Accurate math and measurement

Computer literate

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Tools

Small hand tools

Control panels

Data collection equipment

Job description

Overview

Stryten Energy in Manchester, IA is currently looking for qualified candidates to fill Production Operator positions in our production departments. Successful candidates must have mechanical ability and accurate math and measurement skills. You should be able to control output of various machines in order to produce quality parts that are within required specifications. You need to meet or exceed production quantity goals set forth each day. And, candidates should have the ability to work in a team based manufacturing environment.

Shifts Available

2nd Shift

Starting pay rate

$25.24 per hour

About the work location

Manchester is a city in Delaware County, Iowa, United States, located along the Highway 20 corridor between Dyersville and Independence. Delaware County is centrally located just 45 minutes from some of Iowa’s biggest hubs (Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, and Dubuque) – but you don’t need to go far to find excitement. Delaware Countyis home to several golf courses, parks, museums, retail shops, a movie theatre, festivals and fairs, water sport recreational areas, and evening entertainment. Delaware County offers successful academics programs in three community school districts and a critical access hospital to provide healthcare close to home.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical coverage through Anthem Blue Cross BlueShield
• Dental coverage through Cigna
• Vision - free annual exams for enrolled employees
• Educational Assistance Program - get reimbursed for expenses related to college tuition, certifications, etc
• Paid Time Off
• Insurance Plans - Life, AD&D, LTD, STD and other optional benefits may be available

Bonus Opportunities Available

• Gainshare Bonus - hourly associates have the potential to earn up to 10% of their gross monthly pay; potentially $300 per month!
• Quarterly Attendance Bonus - associates have the potential to earn up to $600 each quarter; just for showing up to work your scheduled hours!
• Production Bonus - associates have the potential to earn monthly bonuses based on the plant hitting production goals; potentially $50 per month and more!

Responsibilities

• Work with the line team to meet the daily production.
• Will be required to do first piece inspection during the 1st hour of the day at their assigned station.
• Meet daily production schedule.
• Fill out necessary documentation
• Must be able to understand and communicate with all employees to receive training instruction and perform responsibilities.
• Must learn to follow quality control specs and procedures. Maintain accurate and timely SPC charts.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Perform testing as required.
• Perform weekly preventive maintenance on machine
• Will be exposed to lead (dust, fumes, and molten form) and other hazards.
• Must comply with safety and health regulations for the protection of self and co-workers.
• Follow Excel lean Manufacturing Procedures.
• Must comply with current Quality Systems Requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements:

• Continuous standing, lifting, bending, and twisting
• Occasionally required to work in extreme environmental conditions (hot, cold, humid)
• Must wear personal protective equipment such as gloves, respirator, safety glasses, and steel toed shoes, hearing protection, etc., as outlined in established department PPE policy.
• Must be able to do some heavy lifting.

Equipment Used:

• Small hand tools, control panels, data collection equipment.
• Molds for heat seal machine and small hand tools, control panels, data collection equipment.

Education, Experience, Skills Required:

• Mechanical aptitude required.
• Previous manufacturing experience helpful.
• Computer literate.
• Must achieve passing score on pre-employment assessment
• GED or High School Diploma preferred but not required.

Stryten Energy encourages candidates with Military training and/ or experience to apply.

EEO

Stryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.