Production Associate

Therma-Tru•Butler, IN

10d

About The Position

The Production Associate works in a well-maintained manufacturing environment assembling door components and finished products, from sheet molded compound through final preparation, framing, and shipping. The role may involve work across multiple production departments in a fast-paced setting, with tasks and assignments subject to change. Associates set up and operate machinery, perform assigned assembly tasks, inspect components and finished goods, and support safety, quality, service, and productivity objectives. The role also involves maintaining organized work areas, communicating with the production team, and following company policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma, HSE, or manufacturing experience.
Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to operate the applicable inventory system, such as Great Plains, E21, or MES.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and to write correspondence.
Ability to work under time pressures, adapt to frequent task changes and irregular schedules or overtime, multitask, work closely with others as a team, and perform tedious or exacting work.

Responsibilities

Follow safe work habits and participate in safety initiatives.
Maintain housekeeping and organize work areas according to the 6S approach.
Position work, set up jobs, and adjust and operate machinery.
Observe machine processing to ensure proper functioning and product output.
Cross-train in multiple production functions, such as assembly, preparation, packing, and graining.
Notify the Group Leader or Supervisor of improvement opportunities.
Perform assigned assembly work according to standard work procedures.
Pay attention to detail, accuracy, and quality in processes and products.
Inspect components and finished goods for quality concerns and take appropriate action when defects or discrepancies are found.
Communicate effectively within the production team.
Support Safety, Service, Quality, and Productivity objectives through job performance.
Follow company policies, procedures, and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.