Production Specialist

Branham Corp; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role involves a variety of manufacturing tasks, including assembling gaskets and operating machinery. The company values employee development and offers training opportunities to enhance your skills. With a focus on safety and productivity, you will be part of a culture that prioritizes health and well-being. If you are looking for a rewarding career in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Benefits

401k with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Time

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related warehousing or production experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety and operating manuals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain commitment to safety policies and procedures.
• Assemble products to company and customer standards.
• Operate machinery and perform quality control.

Skills

Communication Skills

Basic Math Skills

Mechanical Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Craft Apprenticeship

Tools

Hand Tools

Forklifts

CNC-type Fabrication Equipment

Job description

LGG INDUSTRIAL is a solutions-driven national distributor of hoses, gaskets, and conveyor products. Our skilled colleagues serve customers in various industrial segments to improve their operations and reduce their total cost of ownership. With locations across the United States and Canada, we aim to deliver consistent service and support across North America.

We desire to create an employee-centric place to work, a place where you can develop your skills and grow as a professional. We provide training and advancement opportunities to build a career and life-work integration to keep you at your best.

Our philosophy is that the success of our business is directly dependent upon the health and safety of our associates. We focus on maintaining a safe work environment and strive to achieve zero injuries through our safety-first culture. For more information, please visit www.lggindustrial.com

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

Role Profile

Position: Production Specialist

Job Type: Full-Time

Status: Non-Exempt

Summary of the Role

This position is typically responsible for a variety of tasks that are manufacturing or distribution based and may include assembling and manufacturing gaskets and sealing products. The role includes operation of machinery including fabrication monitoring and quality control to meet specifications.

Responsibilities

• Must maintain 100% commitment to safety policies and procedures.
• Prepares and delivers vendor managed inventory items to customers as needed.
• Assembles products to company, customer and manufacturer’s standards
• Performs all product testing to quality standards as required by the customer and per company work instruction
• Maintains productivity standards
• Perform all tests specified by the attached “Test Certificates” as specified in the Work
• Ensure all testing equipment (pressure Gauges) are calibrated before each use
• Submit all completed work to management for receipt into inventory
• Maintain all shop locations in a neat, clean and orderly fashion
• Must sign off on In-Process Inspection Report. Stamp Assembly Certificate of Compliance if tested internally
• Receives incoming shipments into inventory, posts in online system and places items in warehouse.
• Picks product in warehouse and prepares items for delivery or shipping
• Operates mechanical equipment, hand tools, forklifts and picking lifts (if applicable)
• Assists with physical inventory
• Makes recommendations to management with respect to product and process improvements
• Performs other related duties as required

Skills and Abilities

• Applicants should possess the ability to interact with team members in a professional manner.
• Must have good communication skills
• Requires basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in units of measure.
• Basic mechanical skills including the use of hand tools.
• Basic computer skills preferred, including email and internet
• Ability to operate or learn to operate basic machinery as well as more advanced machinery such as computer controlled CNC-type fabrication equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• 1-2 years of related warehousing or production experience
• High school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience
• Reliable transportation is a must
• Ability to work overtime, as required
• Ability to work nights and weekends, as required
• Ability to pull, push, grasp, bend, lift and carry up to 50lbs independently on a repeated basis.
• Ability to consistently move throughout the facility during the full workday
• Ability to comprehend work instruction and safety procedures, written or verbally
• Ability to count and measure accurately
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Must have a mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn about how our products are produced on equipment
• Ability to properly and safely use mechanical equipment and handtools
• Background checks and drug screening may be required (by Company, Customer or DOT requirements in working on-site and operating equipment as required or permitted by law)

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of tooling and tool maintenance
• Proven measurement and mathematical fraction/decimal conversion skills
• Requires ability to organize and prioritize workload and be able to interact effectively with all types of people in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

Total Rewards

• Competitive compensation plan, with a bonus potential of 5% of salary
• Health Benefits: medical, dental, vision, short term and long-term disability – available 1st of month following the date of hire
• 401k with company match
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time

Equal Opportunity Employer

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetics, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Qualified Candidates Only. Although we appreciate your interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We will be accepting applications for this role through November 22, 2024.