Junior Operator/Material Handler

Construction Specialties•Del Rio, TX

About The Position

Performs various manufacturing operations, including manufacturing subassemblies and final assembly. Operates equipment such as saws, drills, punches, grinders, formers, packing machines, and material-moving equipment in an assigned area. Works from assignments provided by the Production Supervisor and completes tasks independently or assists others, with minimal supervision. Supports production, material handling, quality control, workplace organization, and safe handling of equipment and hazardous materials. The role also requires compliance with ISO 14001 and Construction Specialties’ Environmental Management System when performing work that may significantly affect the environment. Construction Specialties (CS), founded in 1948, is a specialty building products manufacturer that provides solutions to building challenges faced by architects, designers, building owners, facility managers, and contractors. The company describes itself as a global leader in its product categories, with products used in buildings around the world.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, plus up to 12 months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Complete training on hazardous-material and waste-handling guidelines within six months of hire and annually thereafter.
Ability to stand and walk regularly; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear; and occasionally sit, climb or balance, and taste or smell.
Ability to continuously (over 70% of the time) lift and/or move more than 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Receive general and varied work assignments from the Production Supervisor; complete assigned tasks alone or assist others.
Ensure equipment guards and safety devices are installed and operating properly; perform required safety inspections and report discrepancies to the Production Supervisor.
Adjust and operate saw equipment to cut extruded stock, metal, and plastic to work-order specifications; position fixtures and clamps to locate the cut.
Use shop equipment as needed, including table saws, hand drills or drill presses, punch and die presses, fixed routers, nut drivers, and heat-forming equipment.
Assemble products using materials and parts designated by work orders, production sheets, drawings, or catalog specifications, following established procedures.
Manufacture or make up subassemblies for stock.
Assist in filling pull lists and work orders for the assigned production area.
Safely load and unload materials onto pallets, tables, racks, and shelving using required equipment, and convey materials from storage or work sites to designated areas.
Attach identifying marks, labels, and tags to materials and containers to identify materials and their intended production or shipping use.
Handle hazardous materials and waste according to training and safety-program guidelines.
Assist other production areas as needed and assigned by the supervisor.
Perform ongoing quality checks on own work, including verifying color, extrusion size and shape, and product lengths and widths with appropriate samples and measuring devices.
Maintain quality through accuracy, neatness, attention to detail, understanding of work information, and minimal rework; identify opportunities to improve material or process quality.
Perform other company-related work as directed or when time permits.
Maintain the work area, equipment, and supplies in a neat and orderly condition.
Report problems or difficulties to the Production Supervisor.
Use personal fall-protection equipment in situations where it is required.
Ensure conformance to ISO 14001 and Construction Specialties’ Environmental Management System, including its environmental policy, while performing job functions that may significantly affect the environment.