Production Operator I - Weekends

Plexus Corp.; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Plexus Corp. in Neenah, WI seeks an entry-level production associate to support basic manufacturing tasks and meet customer deadlines. The role emphasizes safe, efficient work and adherence to company policies while building foundational job skills.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, with 1 year in electronics production preferred, and strong attention to detail, communication, and ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year of related electronics production/manufacturing preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Self-motivated; able to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to learn and perform different tasks frequently.

Responsibilities

• Operates tools/equipment per instructions and uses experience with limited instructions.
• Adheres to standard work, quality policies and monitors own work for quality.
• Maintains timekeeping, record keeping, labor tracking, inventory control, process documentation, scrap, and quality records.
• Supports improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality and efficiency; contributes innovative solutions.
• Keeps certifications and training up to date; completes assignments on time and can train others.
• Demonstrates sound judgement and initiative.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Adaptability

Self-motivated

Independent & cross-functional work

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range:

$30,700.00 - $46,100.00

Purpose Statement

Responsible for supporting a basic level of production manufacturing with minimal complexity to meet customer deadlines. Acquires job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Operates tool/equipment/processes in accordance with provided instructions as well as operate based on experience with limited or no instructions. Assists in the creation of instructions when none are available.
• Understands and adheres to standard work, including quality policies, customer specifications, monitors own work to ensure quality standards, and communicates effectively with supervisors, escalating issues when necessary.
• Maintain accurate time keeping, record keeping, labor tracking, inventory control, process documentation, scrap, and quality records.
• Supports improvement initiatives and participates actively to improve work environment which includes improving safety, cleanliness, product quality and efficiency. This includes generating new and innovated solutions to complex problems.
• Keeps up to date on all certifications and training requirements for the role, consistently completes assignments on time without compromising on quality, and effectively manages workload and tasks. Train others on all tasks if assigned.
• Ability to execute sound judgement and demonstrate initiative

Education/Experience Qualifications

• A High School diploma or equivalent GED is preferred.
• One (1) year of related experience in electronics production/manufacturing is preferred.

Other Qualifications

• Basic Computer Skills.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Employee must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a cross functional team environment.
• Good oral and written communication skills are necessary.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to learn and be comfortable completing different tasks on a frequent basis.
• Ability to execute sound judgement and demonstrate initiative

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and/or stand for the duration of shift. Ability to frequently reach at waist and occasionally above head. Ability to carry up to 4.5 Kg (15 Lbs) and lift up to 20.4 KG (45lbs). Ability to use fine motor skills and occasional use of hand tools. Ability to frequently push, pull, bend, kneel, and/or stoop. Ability to meet visual acuity requirements that are defined by defined industry certifications and customer specifications

Travel Requirements

• N/A

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.