Production Assistant

Viking Masek Packaging Technologies•Oostburg, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Assistant supports daily operations throughout Viking Masek’s facility. This hands-on role helps prepare equipment and parts for shipment, assists with machine assembly, and maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment. The position works with Production, Shipping, Receiving, the Stockroom, and other departments to keep materials moving and ensure parts and equipment are available when needed. Duties also include organizing inventory, operating material-handling equipment, and coordinating local vendor pickups and deliveries.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate a company vehicle for local deliveries.
Basic computer skills and familiarity with common applications.
Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with basic tools and equipment.
Ability to safely handle materials and follow established safety procedures.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to stay organized, manage multiple tasks, and adapt to changing priorities.
Effective communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
Willingness to assist with varied production, shipping, receiving, and facility tasks.

Nice To Haves

Forklift operator certification; training can be provided.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Previous experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, or production environment.
Experience with material handling, inventory organization, or equipment preparation.

Responsibilities

Clean, inspect, and package equipment for shipment according to shipping standards and checklists.
Build skids and crates, assemble spare-parts orders, and support daily and weekly shipping schedules.
Assist technicians with machine sub-assemblies and other production tasks; follow work instructions and help maintain quality standards.
Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment as needed.
Complete and document daily equipment safety inspections, maintain forklift and scissor-lift batteries, and ensure propane tanks are filled.
Pick up and deliver parts to local vendors, maintain delivery and transaction records, and safely load and unload freight.
Keep shop areas, production floors, and workspaces clean and organized; perform routine custodial duties, including emptying garbage and recycling bins and operating the floor scrubber for weekly shop cleaning.
Support Shipping, Receiving, the Stockroom, and Production as needed, including sorting incoming materials and organizing inventory.
Assist with other production, shipping, receiving, and facility tasks as needed.