Production Associate III (Re-con)

Johnson Outdoors • Mankato, MN

2d • $20 - $25

About The Position

With limited supervision and direction, performs routine to complex and varied assembly to achieve daily-targeted output, quality and productivity standards. Assembly functions may include mechanical or electrical subassembly or final assembly in compliance to company quality and workmanship standards.

Requirements

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Typically requires three year of related experience with a manufacturing production environment.
• Strong skills and abilities in mechanical dexterity, assembly, manufacturing, soldering, and inspection.
• Ability to be flexible, perform a variety of tasks and work across multiple assembly functions within the production area.
• Demonstrated ability to function as part a team while completing multiple tasks effectively with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and take initiative to aid fellow employees to smooth overall process flow.
• Ability to recognize equipment/tooling malfunctions to detect irregular or deficient product.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge and understanding of a variety of production processes.
• Ability to read, understand and adhere to engineering drawings, documents and procedures.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Demonstrated ability to follow and work within stick operating procedural standards.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Basic mathematical skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Physical requirements: Extensive walking, standing, lifting and bending.
• Full mobility of arms and legs is required to operate machinery.
• Ability to work in extremely hot or cold temperatures as separately defined by each business unit.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine to complex assembly or subassembly on assigned products using machinery and/or tools (may use hand tools and power tools) as well as correct production methods to ensure accuracy and quality of finished products.
• Maintains production output levels consistent with set standards.
• Sets-up, maintains and/or calibrates equipment.
• Monitors machinery and advises maintenance of necessary repairs.
• Thoroughly checks products to ensure they are conforming to the specifications.
• May perform testing, quality inspections and reworking of deficient components and/or finished products to ensure efficient operation.
• Identify Informs management on issues related to quality, production, and/or safety, which may adversely affect meeting the areas goals.
• Makes recommendations for general improvements to the production process.
• Manages parts bin quantities and notifies the appropriate person when quantities are low or insufficient to maintain production.
• Documents actions by completing required production and quality forms.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area by complying with company procedures.
• Works with others to streamline process flow and reduce waste.
• Promote company safety policies, workmanship standards and operational procedures among team members while displaying strong quality consciousness at all times.
• Provides guidance to less experienced employees and acts as information resource.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Share in the company’s success - Competitive base salary, with additional earning potential through participation in the annual discretionary cash profit sharing program, and eligibility for annual pay increases.
• Find your work/life balance with generous paid time off and holiday benefits, health insurance and wellness plans.
• Further your career with training opportunities including our tuition assistance program.
• Plan for your future with our 401k with company match and deferred retirement contributions, Sons & Daughters Scholarship program, life and LTD insurance, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees