Associate I, Production Operations
About The Position
The Associate I, Production Operations sets up and operates automated production-finishing machines used to produce company products. The role includes loading and feeding materials, folding, cutting, stitching, adjusting machine settings, making minor repairs, inspecting finished products, and packaging them. The employee reviews job schedules and specifications, prepares machines and materials for assigned jobs, and ensures finished work meets client requirements and quality standards. Production details, including material usage, scrap, and production time, are recorded in the Monarch database for cost tracking and client billing. The stated schedule is Shift B: 4:45 p.m. to 4:00 a.m., Wednesday through Friday and every other Tuesday.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Typically at least 2 years of relevant experience.
- Substantial understanding of the job and ability to apply knowledge and skills across a wide range of tasks.
- Ability to work on routine to moderately difficult assignments and use judgment to resolve issues or make recommendations.
- Ability to work with little instruction on daily tasks and follow general instructions for newly introduced assignments.
Nice To Haves
- Four years of fast production machine experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Review job schedules, locate the correct job materials and tickets on the finishing floor, and review job specification sheets.
- Set up assigned finishing machines by loading job materials and selecting the required components and configurations.
- Operate one or more finishing machines, such as folders, Muller machines, die cutters, guillotine cutters, and saddle stitchers, according to job specifications.
- Evaluate production samples and production output for adherence to client specifications and quality checklists, and make adjustments when needed.
- Package finished products in cartons, boxes, or pallets and check completed packaging against ticket instructions before routing it for shipment.
- Record material usage, scrap, and production time, and enter job data into the Monarch database for cost tracking and client billing.
Benefits
- Flexible and creative work environment.
- Inclusive and collaborative atmosphere.
- Professional and personal development resources.
- Opportunities to volunteer and support charities.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) matching.
- Paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
