Production Operator - 1st Shift

Summit Polymers; Sturgis (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Polymers is seeking a Production Operator/Associate for the Assembly area. You will work under the supervisor to operate molding machines and assemble parts, perform inspections, and ensure quality according to standards.

The role involves counting, weighing, packing, labeling, and simple clerical tasks within a 5S environment. This position requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to read and follow instructions, with attention to detail and basic math.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and perform basic quality checks.
• Basic math and counting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Reads, understands, and follows Operator Instruction Sheet to determine part number(s), inspection procedures, and packing requirements.
• Retrieves, separates, inspects, counts, weighs, packs, and labels parts per instructions.
• Uses clippers, knives, screwdrivers, and other simple hand tools to trim, cut, and prepare parts per safety procedures.
• Operates molding machines and/or air activated tools to assemble, decorate, or produce product; reports machine issues.
• Compares, inspects, and monitors production quality to approved samples and accepts/rejects per standards.
• Performs simple clerical tasks involving recording and summarizing production.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Instruction following

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles, door panels, and instrument panels. With over 50 years serving the industry, we deliver engineering and product excellence to our customers, on time, in budget, with the latest innovations.

JOIN A TEAM WHERE YOU’LL BE CHALLENGED AND valued.

A career with Summit Polymers means working with smart people in a culture that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. At Summit, we look for growth potential with every hire. We don’t just fill seats, we set people on career paths. We’re always on the lookout for smart people who are committed to continuous improvement, customer service and quality.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Operator, Assembly
FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt
REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Manufacturing (Assembly)

SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the department supervisor, the Production Operator/Associate is assigned to standardized work of routine nature involving molding machine operation and/or assembly of molded part. Work generally involves the use of simple hand tools, trimming, retrieving, counting, weighing, packing and general overall inspection of part. Responsibilities include; distribution within the plant, placement and removal of parts from fixtures, monitoring and recording quality assurance, including charting of machine factors affecting quality. Production Operators/Associates are required to perform continuous visual and manual quality checks in accordance with standardized guidelines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to stand for entire work shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Reads, understands, and follows Operator Instruction Sheet to determine part number(s), inspection procedures, packing requirements, and any special instruction.
• Retrieves, separates, inspects, counts, weighs, packs, and labels parts in accord with written and/or oral instructions.
• Utilizes clippers, knives, screwdrivers, and other simple hand tools to trim, cut, and prepare parts for other operations per safety procedures.
• Operates molding machines and/or air activated tools and equipment to assemble, decorate, or produce product. Advises supervision of machine malfunctions and unacceptable variances in product quality, e.g., flash, splay, contamination, underfill, etc.
• Compares, inspects, and monitors production quality to approved samples and accepts, rejects, or questions in accord with established standards.
• Performs simple clerical tasks involving recording and summarizing production as required.
• Examines, repairs, trims, counts, weighs and performs secondary operations as directed.
• Performs tasks in accord with standard levels of performance required to meet production rate established for specific part(s) being worked.
• Performs routine cleaning chores to maintain cleanliness of work station and area per 5S requirements.
• Interface with the production monitoring system.
• Assist in color changes / mold changes by cleaning work area or equipment. Set up for next job (i.e., sample board, OIS, packaging).
• Assist with breaks for other operators.
• Other tasks as directed by supervisor.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Possesses the ability to gather and analyze information and make decisions from a limited number of choices.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position typically does not require any travel.

DISCLAIMER

The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Agreement to complete all post-hire required training.