Production Associate II

Johnson Outdoors Inc.; KwaZulu-Natal; Presencial; ZAR 73.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Share in the company's success

Tuition assistance program

Performance development and training

Fun, collaborative work environment

Descripción de la vacante

Endless Summer Technologies, a manufacturing division of SCUBAPRO, seeks a Production Associate for our La Mercy factory in Durban. You will operate manufacturing equipment and assemble scuba diving gear, contributing to quality and on-time delivery in a Monday–Friday schedule (07:30–16:30).

Ideal candidates reside near La Mercy, Verulam or Tongaat and bring at least three years of production experience. Join a global team within Johnson Outdoors and grow your skills in a dynamic outdoor-brand

Formación

• Three years of related manufacturing production experience.
• Ability to operate manufacturing equipment and perform basic calibration.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsabilidades

• Assemble or subassemble products using machinery and tools.
• Set up and calibrate equipment; monitor and maintain machinery.
• Inspect products against specifications; rework if needed.
• Report quality or safety issues to management.
• Manage parts bins and notify when quantities are low.
• Document actions in production and quality forms.

Conocimientos

Machinery operation

Quality checks

Process improvement

Safety compliance

Documentation

Herramientas

Hand tools

Power tools

Production equipment

Descripción del empleo

Endless Summer Technologies, a manufacturing division of SCUBAPRO, a Johnson Outdoors company, is one the most respected and recognized brands in the global diving industry. The brand is trusted by recreational and professional divers for more than 60 years.

We are seeking a Production Associates to work in our factory based in La Mercy, Durban. This individual is required to operate manufacturing equipment and produce scuba diving equipment. This role is a full-time, regular role, required from Monday to Friday from 07h30 until 16h30. Ideal candidates should reside in or around the La Mercy/Verulam/Tongaat areas.

Johnson Outdoors operates globally with 1,300 employees across 18 facilities and a portfolio of market-leading brands in fishing, watercraft, camping, and diving. Together, we create amazing outdoor experiences for adventurers around the world in more than 80 countries.

Help Shape the Future of Diving

What you will do:

• Performs routine to moderately complex assembly or subassembly on assigned products using machinery and/or tools (may use hand tools and power tools) as well as correct production methods to ensure accuracy and quality of finished products. Maintains production output levels consistent with set standards.
• Sets-up, maintains and/or calibrates equipment. Monitors machinery and advises maintenance of necessary repairs.
• Thoroughly checks products to ensure they are conforming to the specifications. May perform testing, quality inspections and reworking of deficient components and/or finished products to ensure efficient operation.
• Informs management on issues related to quality, production, and/or safety, which may adversely affect meeting the areas goals. Makes recommendations for general improvements to the production process.
• Manages parts bin quantities and notifies the appropriate person when quantities are low or insufficient to maintain production.
• Documents actions by completing required production and quality forms.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area by complying with company procedures.
• Works with others to streamline process flow and reduce waste.
• Promote company safety policies, workmanship standards and operational procedures among team members while displaying strong quality consciousness at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed:

Three year of related experience with a manufacturing production environment.

A few pointers about our culture:

• Entrepreneurial spirit and innovation are in our bones! We authentically innovate trusted equipment that gets people out in the great outdoors.
• We are laser-focused on our consumers, and passionate about providing superior solutions flexible to meet any event’s needs or mission requirements.
• We strive to create meaningful, healthy change in the world as individuals and as a family of brands.
• We value team members who are willing to wear many hats; who take personal initiative, anticipating what needs to be done, and figuring things out to make them happen; but who are also willing to ask help, to assist others and work together.

What you will receive:

• Share in the company’s success with competitive base salary with additional earning potential through participation in the management bonus program, and eligibility for annual pay increases.
• Find work/life balance
• Further your career with performance development and training opportunities, including our tuition assistance program.
• Have fun at work, enjoying a collaborative and casual work environment.

Business & Brand Snapshot

• Business Unit: Diving
• Products: Dive Computers, Regulators, BCDs, Dive Instruments, Underwater Equipment and Accessories
• Key Skills: Global Trade Show Management, Retail Merchandising, POP/POS Display Development, Sales Enablement, Dealer Marketing, Brand Activation,Sales Enablement, Field Marketing Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Go-to-Market Strategy, Marketing Analytics, Event Marketing
• Technology Focus: Dive Computers, Wearable Technology, Underwater Electronics, Pressure Systems, Life-Support Equipment, Connected Devices

JOHNSON OUTDOORS is a leading global innovator of outdoor recreation equipment and technologies that inspire more people to experience the awe of the great outdoors. The company designs, manufactures and markets a portfolio of winning, consumer-preferred brands across four categories: Watercraft Recreation, Fishing, Diving and Camping. Johnson Outdoors' iconic brands include: Old Town® canoes and kayaks; Ocean Kayak™; Carlisle® paddles; Minn Kota® fishing motors, batteries and anchors; Cannon® downriggers; Humminbird® marine electronics and charts; SCUBAPRO® dive equipment; Jetboil® outdoor cooking systems. Founded in 1970 by Samuel C. Johnson, the Company has delivered double-digit compound annual growth over its history, evolving from a single brand into a nearly $592.8 million global enterprise with around 1,300 employees across 20 countries.

Check us out at SCUBAPRO or find us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook or YouTube!

The closing date for the advert is 15 October

The salary range is from R6500 to R8500