Assembly Operator - 1st Shift

Summit Polymers•Vicksburg, MI

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. Work may include using simple hand tools; trimming, retrieving, counting, weighing, packing, and inspecting parts; distributing parts within the plant; placing and removing parts from fixtures; and monitoring and recording quality assurance information, including machine factors that affect quality. Operators perform continuous visual and manual quality checks according to standardized guidelines. The position requires standing for the entire work shift and lifting up to 30 pounds. It typically does not require travel. Employees must complete all required post-hire training. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to gather and analyze information and make decisions from a limited number of choices.
Agreement to complete all required post-hire 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, and accept, reject, or question products 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 the standard performance levels and production rates established for assigned parts.
Perform routine cleaning to maintain the work station and area according to 5S requirements.
Interface with the production monitoring system.
Assist with color or mold changes by cleaning work areas or equipment.
Set up for the next job, including preparing the sample board, Operator Instruction Sheet, and packaging.
Assist other operators during breaks.
Perform other tasks as directed by the supervisor.
Stand for the entire work shift and lift up to 30 pounds.