Production Associate - Prep

Special-Lite • Decatur, MI

23h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Production Associate - Prep, you will perform a variety of duties related to production of our custom doors and entryways. This role involves ensuring all work is done following safety guidelines, assembling custom-made doors using mechanical talents, operating upstream equipment and processes to facilitate product flow, and participating in continuous improvement activities. You will work with CNC equipment, hand tools, and various measurement devices, and contribute to creative problem-solving.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of safe operation of basic hand and power tools.
• Intermediate mechanical comprehension and abilities.
• Ability to read, comprehend and carry-out instructions in written, oral, and/or diagram form.
• Skills to measure and perform mathematical computations, including fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions.
• Lift 70lbs with assistance.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to read a tape measure down to a 1/32".
• The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

Nice To Haves

• Previous manufacturing, assembly, or construction experience.
• Blueprint or template reading a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring all work is done following safety guidelines.
• Assembling custom made doors following templates and instructions.
• Working with the team to troubleshoot issues and produce the highest quality product possible.
• Operating upstream equipment and processes to facilitate product flow and feed downstream activities.
• Working with CNC equipment, hand tools and various measurement devices.
• Participating in various continuous improvement activities, lending your voice to the creative problem-solving process.
• Train and work in other departments as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED