Production Operator - 1st Shift (Employee-Owned)

Challenge Manufacturing Holdings, Inc; Plant (AR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

ESOP shares

401k match

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing is seeking a Production Operator for the 1st shift in Kansas City, MO. You will load components into an automated assembly, record production, and ensure parts meet quality standards. The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and safe operation.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and basic computer/data-entry skills, with 6 months of manufacturing experience preferred. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and ESOP participation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1/2 year of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must read and interpret operator instructions and quality sheets.
• Basic computer/data-entry skills required.

Responsibilities

• Load component parts into automated assembly per work instructions.
• Record production and inspect quality; document issues with parts or machinery.
• Escalate downs or defects to Team Leaders or Supervisors.
• Maintain clean and organized work area; support audits and process improvements.
• Cross-train on different work centers as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading instructions

Data entry

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLEX

Job description

Challenge Manufacturing is seeking a Production Operator for the 1st shift in Kansas City, MO. You will load components into an automated assembly, record production, and ensure parts meet quality standards. The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and safe operation.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and basic computer/data-entry skills, with 6 months of manufacturing experience preferred. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and ESOP participation.