Production Associate IV

ITW•Mechanic Falls, ME

3d•$24 - $33

About The Position

Production Associates contribute to manufacturing processes by operating machinery and equipment and assembling EST products, with emphasis on safety, efficiency, and quality. A Production Associate IV masters the responsibilities of Production Associate I, II, and III and performs additional tasks including shipping and receiving, hazardous-material packaging, oscilloscope inspections, incoming quality control inspection, auto assembly, auto machining, auto etching, and auto hybrid work. The role also includes performing production tasks, conducting quality checks, maintaining an orderly production area, collaborating to meet production goals, and following standard procedures and work instructions. Other duties may be assigned. The position requires independent performance of all duties and responsibilities, safe operation and troubleshooting of complex machinery and automated equipment, use of precision measuring equipment, and support and training for new team members. The associate is accountable for aligning with and modeling ITW/EST Core Values and contributing to a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement of quality processes.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and procedures.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks precisely.
Ability to work and communicate effectively in a team environment and cross-functionally.
Dependability, good attendance, and a positive mindset.
Ability to use and read measuring tools efficiently and accurately.
Ability to set up equipment efficiently and accurately.
Ability to interpret and understand mathematical calculations involving tolerances.
Ability to use and operate precision measuring equipment.
Ability to safely operate complex machines and tools.
Ability to troubleshoot and operate complex automated equipment.
Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities independently.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

Perform production-process tasks including tumbling, handweaving, closing, end cap cleaning, tape cleaning, and vacuum sealing.
Perform additional Production Associate II tasks: floating, pad printing, gluing, weaving, punch-and-die fiber cutting (Neff), rotary fiber cutting, and laser fiber cutting.
Perform additional Production Associate III tasks: press-fit lathe work, drilling, warp fiber weaving, SVP/SGA work, and quality inspection for EV.
Perform Production Associate IV tasks including shipping and receiving, hazardous-material packaging, oscilloscope inspections, incoming quality control inspection, auto assembly, auto machining, auto etching, and auto hybrid work.
Conduct quality-control checks throughout production to identify defects or issues.
Maintain cleanliness and organization in the production area to help avoid hazards.
Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and deadlines.
Follow standard operating procedures and work instructions.
Set up, safely operate, and troubleshoot complex machines, tools, and automated equipment.
Use and operate precision measuring equipment and measuring tools accurately.
Interpret mathematical calculations involving tolerances.
Participate actively in problem solving.
Train and support new team members to foster effective learning.
Perform all duties and responsibilities independently.
Model ITW/EST Core Values and contribute to a proactive, continuous-improvement safety culture.
Perform other duties as assigned.