Production Team Member

Gentex Corporation; Kansas; Sur place; USD 33 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Gentex Corporation is seeking entry-level Production Team Members in a hands-on manufacturing environment. You will assemble and inspect small parts, operate machines, and contribute to delivering high-quality products for customers across shifts.

Overtime may be required and shifts vary, including early mornings and evenings. You’ll join a reliable team focused on safety, teamwork, attendance, and continuous improvement while learning process flows and quality standards in a dynamic production

Qualifications

• Excellent attendance history.
• Ability to read and comprehend English or Spanish operation sheets.
• One year manufacturing experience.

Responsabilités

• Assemble and inspect small parts and operate machines to produce high quality products.
• Rotate through assigned positions within the department to support teamwork and efficiency.
• Maintain housekeeping, report downtime, and order supplies as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and participate in team meetings and continuous improvement.

Connaissances

Attendance history

Reading English/Spanish sheets

Manufacturing experience

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

At Gentex, you’ll help create innovative technologies that improve how people live, travel, and stay connected. Join a company driven by quality products across an evolving range of industries. We’re always looking for dedicated individuals who are ready to build their future in a hands‑on manufacturing environment. If you take pride in quality work, enjoy being part of a reliable team, and want to grow with a company that values your contribution.

POSITION OVERVIEW

This requisition is responsible for filling entry‑level production positions on multiple shifts. These positions are responsible for the assembly of raw parts and sub‑assemblies as stated by the operation sheets. This role will also be responsible for the quality of the product and to ensure customer requirements are met. 1st shift hours are typically Mon – Fri 6:00am-2:00pm. 2nd shift hours are typically Mon - Fri 2:00pm-10:00pm. 3rd shift hours are typically Sun - Fri 10:00pm-6:00am. Exact start and end time may vary depending on specific line schedules. The full‑time Production Team Member position may require mandatory overtime work hours, which include weekends. Overtime needs are dependent on the business and requirements are subject to change.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Achieve department goals through assembly and inspection of small parts and/or operation of machines to produce high quality products for our customer. Responsible for being an active participant in teamwork toward continuous improvement. Responsible for performing off‑line tasks including down time reporting, housekeeping, and ordering supplies. Taking initiative to problem solve as a production team member to produce high quality work in sufficient quantity utilizing his/her job knowledge. Effectively rotating and performing all assigned positions within the department. Demonstrating ownership to assigned team through attendance, safety, effective communication, and housekeeping. Demonstrating a positive attitude which is evident through good attendance, ability to follow work instructions, willingness to get involved, use of proper safety procedures, ability to work closely and cooperatively with a variety of people, communication, and active participation in team meetings. Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

HOW YOU’LL DO IT

Timeliness – Ability to consistently meet attendance and scheduling expectations. Teamwork – Interacting with teammates in a way that promotes positive, inclusive and productive workplace culture and willingness to help current and new team members. Quality of Work – Attention to detail in following work instructions, willingness to meet production output/expectations, and limit the number of quality errors including the ability to identify and correct these errors. Maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality with respect to company matters. Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.

WHAT TO BRING

• Excellent attendance history.
• Ability to read and comprehend English or Spanish operation sheets.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• High level of hand dexterity/coordination.
• Some assembly processes require repetitive grasping, pushing, gripping, lifting and manipulation forces and weights up to 5 lbs.
• 20/30 corrected eyesight with color recognition.
• Ability to stand, remain stationary, and/or move about for 8 hours.
• Some positions require repetitive lifting up to 35 lbs.
• Some positions may require the safe handling, utilization and disposal of chemicals, including alcohol, acetone, and other common cleaning and manufacturing agents, in accordance with proper safety protocols and adherence to environmental and regulatory standards.
• Some positions require frequent to repetitive bending, reaching, squatting or otherwise positioning the body to load and unload materials from racks, skids and carts of varying heights.
• Other physical requirements may apply to some positions.

WHAT WILL HELP

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year manufacturing experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts; raw glass; repetitive movements; and hazardous materials (e.g., flammable, toxic or corrosive chemicals). The work environment is temperature controlled, and the noise level is usually moderate. Team members will be provided with personal protective equipment as needed to protect against identified hazards and promote a safe work environment. Manufacturing work environments require constant vigilance and compliance with safety best practices, policies, and procedures.

Gentex is an equal opportunity employer

Gentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law. Assistance Gentex is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at [e-mail]. Gentex will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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