Production Worker II - Cell Inspector

Sealing Devices Inc.; Town of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sealing Devices Inc. in Town of Lancaster, NY, is seeking a Production Worker II to contribute to fabrication and distribution of high-quality products.

You will operate machinery, perform in-process and final inspections, and support cross-trained operations in a contained work cell. The role emphasizes adherence to quality standards, documentation of measurements, and teamwork to keep production running smoothly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree is preferred.
• 1 year of experience in inspection preferred.
• ASQ Certified Mechanical Inspector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company policies, procedures, and work instructions in the completion of daily activities with minimal input and supervision.
• Document, identify, and segregate nonconforming product.
• Perform visual and/or dimensional inspections of mid to large volumes of similar parts to ensure product conformity to specified requirements.
• Follow appropriate sampling plans per direction in Procedures, Work Instructions, Job Operations, and other requirements as outlined.
• Document inspection results, measurements, and other relevant data accurately.
• Operate and maintain manufacturing equipment and machinery, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime.
• Perform assembly tasks as per specifications and drawings, adhering to quality standards.
• Complete cross-training initiatives across multiple work areas and processes to be able to support production needs across the entire facility.
• Maintain accurate production logs and documentation as required.
• Run the job to produce the correct quantity of product.
• Record accurate times on the router for each job performed.
• Bundle and tag all usable centers with traceability information as required in the work instruction.
• Follow work instructions for each area of the fabrication department.
• Follow all safety instructions.
• Interact with other employees and departments in a professional manner in addressing product quality and related issues.
• Provide other departments with information and assistance to support them in accomplishing their objectives.
• Contribute to and participate in improvement activities within the department and the company.
• Follow procedures and work instructions as written and recommend improvements as necessary.
• Perform any other task or activity assigned by the supervisor within the scope of Company business.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with policies, guidelines, and regulatory requirements per the Sealing Devices Quality System.

Skills

Inspection

Manufacturing

Teamwork

PPE compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Brief Description

As a Production Worker II, you will be responsible for contributing to the fabrication and distribution processes of high-quality products. You will work alongside dedicated teams in a fast‑paced environment, utilizing your technical skills and experience to complete in‑process and final inspections, operate machinery, perform assembly tasks, and ensure quality standards are met. This role is critical in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our production processes. Work will be completed in a contained work cell and will cross‑train on other operations in the cell to provide support as needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow all company policies, procedures, and work instructions in the completion of daily activities with minimal input and supervision.
• Document, identify, and segregate nonconforming product.
• Perform visual and/or dimensional inspections of mid to large volumes of similar parts to ensure product conformity to specified requirements.
• Follow appropriate sampling plans per direction in Procedures, Work Instructions, Job Operations, and other requirements as outlined.
• Document inspection results, measurements, and other relevant data accurately.
• Operate and maintain manufacturing equipment and machinery, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime.
• Perform assembly tasks as per specifications and drawings, adhering to quality standards.
• Complete cross‑training initiatives across multiple work areas and processes to be able to support production needs across the entire facility.
• Maintain accurate production logs and documentation as required.
• Run the job to produce the correct quantity of product.
• Record accurate times on the router for each job performed.
• Bundle and tag all usable centers with traceability information as required in the work instruction.
• Follow work instructions for each area of the fabrication department.
• Follow all safety instructions.
• Interact with other employees and departments in a professional manner in addressing product quality and related issues.
• Provide other departments with information and assistance to support them in accomplishing their objectives.
• Contribute to and participate in improvement activities within the department and the company.
• Follow procedures and work instructions as written and recommend improvements as necessary.
• Perform any other task or activity assigned by the supervisor within the scope of Company business.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with policies, guidelines, and regulatory requirements per the Sealing Devices Quality System.

What You Will Need To Succeed

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree is preferred.
• 1 year of experience in inspection preferred.
• ASQ Certified Mechanical Inspector preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Commitment of 40 hours per work. The job operates in a manufacturing environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time (up to 8–12 hours per shift).
• Regularly required to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and products up to 25–50 pounds.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for handling, assembling, and operating machinery and tools.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and arms.
• Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to hear machine sounds, alarms, and verbal instructions in a manufacturing environment.
• Frequent reaching, stooping, bending, crouching, twisting, and climbing to load/unload materials and maintain equipment.
• Must be able to work in an environment with noise, vibration, and varying temperatures, while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Salary ranges for this position are determined based upon the job location and can be adjusted based upon experience, reflecting our commitment to valuing the expertise and contributions of our individual team members.

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