Production Operator III- Wave Operator 1st Shift

Plexus Corp; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Professional development opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

Plexus Corp in the United States is seeking a production associate to support advanced manufacturing with higher complexity tasks for customer deadlines. You will follow defined processes, work safely, and contribute to meeting quality standards.

This role emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and staying current with certifications. Plexus offers growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Minimum five years in electronics production/manufacturing preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Capable of following safety and process documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operates tool/equipment/processes per instructions and uses experience when needed.
• Adheres to standard work, quality policies, and monitors own work for quality.
• Maintains accurate timekeeping, labor tracking, inventory control, and quality records.
• Supports continuous improvement and safety, improving efficiency and product quality.
• Keeps certifications up to date and may train others.

Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Adaptability

Self-motivation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Initiative

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

About us: At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world's most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world.

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. 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:

$38,800.00 - $58,200.00

Purpose Statement: Responsible for supporting a more advanced level of production with higher complexity manufacturing to meet customer deadlines. Strong knowledge of factory guidelines. Able to take ownership of a job function. Works within defined technical processes and procedures or methodologies and may help determine the appropriate approach for new assignments

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.

Education/Experience Qualifications:

• A High School diploma or equivalent GED is preferred.
• Five (5) 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.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [e-mail]. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.