Assembly Operator 1st shift (6:00 am-2:30 pm)

Summit Polymers, Inc. • Portage, MI

6d

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the department supervisor, the Production Operator/Associate performs standardized, routine work involving molding machine operation and/or assembly of molded parts. The work may include using simple hand tools, trimming, retrieving, counting, weighing, packing, and inspecting parts. Operators may distribute parts within the plant, place and remove parts from fixtures, and monitor and record quality assurance information, including machine factors affecting quality. Continuous visual and manual quality checks are performed according to standardized guidelines.

The position requires standing for the entire work shift and lifting up to 30 pounds. A high school diploma or GED is required. The position typically does not require travel, and the employee must complete all required post-hire training.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to gather and analyze information and make decisions from a limited number of choices.
• Ability to stand for the entire work shift.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Agreement to complete all post-hire required training.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand, and follow Operator Instruction Sheets for part numbers, inspection procedures, packing requirements, and special instructions.
• Retrieve, separate, inspect, count, weigh, pack, and label parts according to written or oral instructions.
• Use clippers, knives, screwdrivers, and other simple hand tools to trim, cut, and prepare parts according to safety procedures.
• Operate molding machines and/or air-activated tools and equipment to assemble, decorate, or produce products; report machine malfunctions and unacceptable product-quality variances to supervision.
• Compare, inspect, and monitor production quality against approved samples, accepting, rejecting, or questioning parts according to established standards.
• Perform simple clerical tasks to record and summarize production as required.
• Examine, repair, trim, count, weigh, and perform secondary operations as directed.
• Meet established standard performance levels and production rates for assigned parts.
• Perform routine cleaning to maintain the workstation and area according to 5S requirements.
• Interface with the production monitoring system.
• Assist with color or mold changes by cleaning work areas or equipment, and set up for the next job, including the sample board, Operator Instruction Sheet, and packaging.
• Assist with breaks for other operators.
• Perform other tasks as directed by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED