Production Associate / Material Handler (Duncansville, 7am-3pm)
About The Position
New Pig Manufacturing is seeking a highly motivated, self-starting Production Associate / Material Handler to work hands-on in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining high quality standards. This is a PA2 position at the Duncansville location, scheduled from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The operation runs five days per week, with overtime as needed. The role supplies production equipment with materials and parts, packages products for warehouse release, checks products against design specifications, enters production and material-use data, and contributes to safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and continuous improvement efforts. The employee must complete certification to work independently within four months of hire to achieve PA2 level.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Adhere to environmental, health and safety requirements and company safety policies and procedures.
- Achieve certification to operate independently within four months of hire to attain PA2 level.
- Computer skills, including PC use, email, data entry, and system navigation.
- Ability to perform math tasks such as unit conversions, including pounds to volume.
- Ability to use basic measurement tools such as tape measures and rulers.
- Ability to lift up to 60 pounds, maneuver material carts, and pack or palletize cartons weighing up to 30 pounds.
- Ability to produce all products at the standard rate.
- Ability to retrieve and apply quality information and comply with Quality Management System policies and procedures.
- Attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness.
- Commitment to completing all assigned tasks.
- Willingness to share input to improve manufacturing processes.
Nice To Haves
- A continuous improvement mindset.
Responsibilities
- Supply raw materials and parts to production equipment to meet daily production requirements.
- Package products and prepare them for release to the warehouse.
- Test products and retain records to verify that they meet design specifications.
- Participate in Daily Management discussions focused on safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
- Follow the production schedule to meet demand.
- Escalate production issues to appropriate groups to support timely resolution.
- Enter production quantities and material usage into company software.
- Actively participate on the process improvement team.
- Participate in lean manufacturing improvement workshops and training events.
- Perform other production-related duties as assigned or directed.
- Adhere to New Pig’s safety, environmental, and quality standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
