Manufacturing Associate

Nissha•Buffalo, NY

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Manufacture and prepare products for shipment across various product areas. This role involves performing packaging tasks for both in-line and off-line operations, setting up and operating finishing equipment, and assisting in continuous run operations. The associate will also help with finished material preparation, perform material and machine changeovers, and use various measuring devices to ensure production specifications are met. Responsibilities include assisting in the retrieval of tooling and supplies, performing minor troubleshooting and maintenance on equipment, and conducting general cleaning and housekeeping duties. The role requires interpreting production paperwork, performing quality checks, and communicating with team members to improve production effectiveness and efficiency. Employees may be required to rotate between various product areas and tasks, and assist with material and finished product movement. Ensuring compliance with company safety rules, policies, OSHA, and ISO requirements is critical. Additionally, the Manufacturing Associate will train new employees on all aspects of the position and perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

GED or High School diploma.
Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Ability to work in a constructive, positive manner with others in a team environment.
Basic reading, math, and direction following skills.
Must be able to read, comprehend, and execute production orders and operating procedures.
Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and Management.
Ability to operate all required production equipment.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Ability to assemble and work with small parts.
Strong ability and aptitude to learn.
Ability to troubleshoot and react quickly to operating issues.

Responsibilities

Perform packaging tasks for in-line packaging operations/needs (catching, etc.)
Perform packaging tasks for off-line packaging operations/needs.
Set up and operate finishing equipment across all product areas (shrink wrap, label printer, drill, ink jet, pounder, stapler, carton sealer, bander/strapper, fixtures, ink pumps, ultra-sonic sealing, etc.)
Assist in continuous run operations of equipment within the assigned product area, keeping equipment running and maintaining quality and productivity for operators when needed.
Assist with finished material (cutting raw materials, or final material trim post-press procedures).
Perform material and machine changeovers as needed.
Use various measuring devices including digital calipers, precision scales, micrometers, etc., making accurate readings in line with production specifications.
Assist in the location and retrieval of press/rewind tooling and supplies needed for job completion as well as returning these items upon completion of the job.
Perform minor troubleshooting and maintenance on packaging equipment/lines contacting maintenance when needed.
Perform general facility, equipment, and area specific cleaning and housekeeping duties.
Interpret production paperwork for accurate product production and shipment and prepare finished product for shipment.
Perform inventory checks of materials for the specific product area working in, and order/receive materials, making sure to follow specific procedures set for each area.
Perform quality checks throughout all production stages and processes.
Communicate with Machine Operators, Press Operators, Team Leads, and Supervisors on production issues, needs, and recommendations to improve production effectiveness and efficiency, including safety recommendations.
May require rotating between various product areas and tasks.
Assist in material and finished product movement (hand / fork truck operation, etc).
Ensure compliance with company safety rules and policies including OSHA and ISO requirements.
Train new employees all aspects of the Manufacturing Associate position.
Other duties as assigned.