Production Specialist - 2nd shift

SoundOff Signal; Hudsonville (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

SoundOff Signal is seeking a Production Specialist to ensure product quality and process compliance. You will perform audits, inspect finished goods across lines, and document results in the ERP system while supporting 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow instructions, and teamwork in a fast-paced light manufacturing setting with four 10-hour shifts. Overtime may be required according to business needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; equivalent experience considered.
• 1–2 years of related experience.
• High level of inspection skills preferred.
• Basic math skills and ability to work with measurements/decimals.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions accurately.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions independently and with attention to detail.
• Mechanical aptitude to operate department equipment effectively.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.
• Willingness to learn computer skills as needed.
• Experience with more complex build processes and modules.
• Consistently meet quality and efficiency standards; reliable attendance.
• Flexibility to work occasional overtime.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates SoundOff Signal's core values in daily operations and team interactions.
• Communicates effectively with operators, leadership, and cross-functional teams.
• Maintains safety, quality, accuracy, efficiency, and reporting standards.
• Performs inspections, process audits, and troubleshooting to ensure product quality.
• Uses ERP systems and Excel reporting to support production accuracy and minimize downtime.
• Cross-trained across multiple product lines and rotates between work areas.
• Creates and revises work instructions to standardize processes and drive improvement.
• Supports pilot builds and FAMU activities as needed.
• Maintains attendance, teamwork, and reliability.
• Creates and maintains weekly VMS cabinet graphs to track area performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Inspection skills

Excel reporting

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Description

General Position Overview

The Production Specialist is responsible for ensuring that production processes meet established safety, quality, and cleanliness standards through routine daily and weekly Production Process Audits. This role plays a key part in maintaining process compliance by documenting, tracking, and reporting audit results, as well as supporting 5S and other visual factory initiatives as needed.

This position performs detailed inspections of finished goods across multiple product lines to ensure all customer specifications are met, including correct components, assembly quality, and overall product integrity. The Production Specialist is also responsible for accurately processing transactions within the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and maintaining thorough quality documentation. Additional responsibilities may include conducting water tests, and recording results to support product validation, as well as supporting Safe Launch In-Process Inspections.

Strong attention to detail is essential, as this role involves managing a variety of products and maintaining a high level of accuracy in both inspection and reporting. The Production Specialist supports consistent process adherence and ensures high-quality output across all assigned areas.

This role upholds SoundOff Signal's core values-Build Trust, Customer Service, Live Excellence, and Innovation-in daily work and interactions. Additional duties may be assigned to support production and team objectives.

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrates SoundOff Signal's core values in daily operations and team interactions.
• Communicates effectively with operators, leadership, and cross-functional teams.
• Maintains high standards in safety, quality, accuracy, efficiency, and reporting.
• Performs inspections, process audits, and troubleshooting to ensure products meet quality standards.
• Utilizes ERP systems and Excel reporting to support production accuracy and minimize downtime.
• Cross-trained across multiple product lines and production areas.
• Rotates between work areas and adapts to changing production volumes and priorities.
• Creates and revises work instructions to support standardized processes and continuous improvement.
• Supports pilot builds and FAMU activities as needed.
• Maintains professional attendance, teamwork, and reliability.
• Creates and maintains weekly VMS cabinet graphs to track area performance against departmental goals.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 1-2 years of related experience.
• High level of inspection skills preferred.
• Basic math skills, including the ability to work with measurements and decimals.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions accurately.
• Ability to independently follow verbal and written instructions efficiently and with attention to detail.
• Mechanical aptitude to operate department equipment effectively.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, demonstrating strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and apply computer skills as needed.
• Experience with more complex build processes and modules, demonstrating the ability to handle advanced assembly tasks.
• Consistently meets quality and efficiency standards, maintaining high levels of accuracy and productivity.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality, performing job duties consistently without excessive absenteeism or tardiness.
• Flexibility to work occasional overtime based on business needs.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Able to stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, rotate, and/or reach throughout an entire shift.
• Must be able to accurately handle and assemble small parts.

Working Conditions

• Light manufacturing environment
• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Low noise level in a temperature-controlled setting
• Required to work shift hours (four 10-hour days) with occasional overtime

Schedule

• Monday-Thursday, 3:00pm-1:00am; occasional overtime as needed