Production Associate

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Overview:

Production Associates are responsible for creating quality products for our customers. They are central to our operations and our success.

Responsibilities:

Operate machinery required for particular position in a safe and efficient manner, to include training of new and existing operators in the carrying out of their duties.

Inspect product for defects and take appropriate action as per work instructions, monitor Quality Technician for consistency

Carry out measurements and weight checks

Assemble product as per instructions with a focus on quality and safety.

Practice Masonite Lean Manufacturing Techniques including 5S+1

Communicate efficiently with other employees and the leadership team in order to ensure quality product is made timely

Read and interpret list counts and complete all departmental paperwork correctly and timely

Perform weekly EHS audits

Participate in Safety Kaizens and Haleyville Masonite Plant Kaizens

Help create/implement poke yokes for quality issues

Read, understand and follow production schedules

Set up and adjust equipment

Gather materials as needed

Operate motorized equipment (ie forklift, KVAL lifts, etc) as needed

Perform minor preventative maintenance and operator care as required

Assist Management, Maintenance and Quality personnel when troubleshooting equipment, process or material issues

Communicate effectively for flow of product through the plant

Maintain downtime records and production information as appropriate

Perform housekeeping duties

Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned

Wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Work safely and follow safety rules and procedures

Skills and Qualifications:

Basic reading and writing skills

Ability to add and subtract fractions and whole numbers, convert fractions to decimals

Proficient at reading/interpreting

High level of dexterity

Must work well as a team

Able to work with little supervision

Attention to detail

Able to lift up to 80 lbs

Frequent ending, twisting, stooping

Must work at a fast pace

Standing for long continuous hours

Ability to work in a mildly controlled environment - can expect some cold and heat during extreme weather conditions; mildly dusty environment

Ability to read a tape measure