Production Associate - 1st & 2nd shift

Medline•Glens Falls, NY

8d•$16 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Come work at NAMIC, A division of Medline, voted Best medium size company to work for in the Region! We are growing and eagerly looking for motivated individuals to join our team! Our Production Associates start at $17/hour and our Machine Operators start at $18/hour. We do offer pay for experience and shift differential. Additionally, we are offering a $1000 Sign-on Bonus! Medline is the largest med-surg company in the United States that started from a small family business over 50 years ago. Come join a team that encourages growth, diversity, work-life balance and life-long career opportunity. We offer paid training, with no experience necessary! We encourage individuals looking for a career change interested in exploring medical manufacturing making life saving devices. Our NAMIC Division located in Glens Falls is growing at a rapid pace and we are currently hiring motivated and high-energy individuals looking to make an impact. In Glens Falls, we specialize in manufacturing Cath-Lab and Fluid Management products that we package into custom orders for our customers all over the world. Check out a day in the life at NAMIC in the video below and jump-start your career today! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqiELd02-Fk Here is some highlights of what we have to offer: On-site cafeteria On-site physical therapist by appointment 401k with Company Match Company Paid Life Insurance Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holidays) Monthly Birthday Celebrations Tuition Reimbursement Program Incredible Employee Discounts on Medical Products Strong community involvement with fundraising and events such as American Heart Association Walk, Adopt a Soldier Drive, food and clothing drives, Breast Cancer Walk, and more!

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to actively communicate with Production Lead and/or Production Supervisor. Individual needs to be proactive and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
REASONING ABILITY : Ability to define and analyze problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions is required
Must be able to work alone with minimal supervision or direction
Ability to seek guidance with superior when necessary
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES : Manufacturing production line experience is preferred
Must possess aptitude to learn blueprint reading and the operation of computer terminals with appropriate training
Proficient in the following computer software applications: Basic computer navigation and operation skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to read, write and compute basic math
Ability to effectively communicate both internally and externally
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work safely and follow all OSHA regulations and company safety policies and procedures
For all on-the-job injuries or accidents, must notify manager/supervisor immediately
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25lbs
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 35lbs
Ability to regularly stand, sit and walk to perform production tasks
Required to perform repetitive movement while demonstrating proficient hand and eye coordination, hand dexterity and good vision
Continual attention to the accuracy of documentation
WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Noise level in the office work environment is usually quiet
Noise level in the production work environment is loud
Working environment is dynamic and as a result can be stressful for some people

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing production line experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Manufacture high quality medical devices with maximum efficiency and minimal scrap and rework
Set up work station with necessary equipment and supplies as per job assignment
Follow proper procedures involving a broad range of components which requires one or more of the following: bonding, assembling, packaging, sealing or operating equipment per specifications
Assemble and package devices following the operating procedures and blueprints
Transport, issue and stage raw materials and components for each work order as required
Set up and adjust equipment as trained to do within the scope of the position; defer complex setup and troubleshooting to Machine Operators, Machine Shop, and Maintenance Technician personnel as directed by supervisor
Complete all documentation as required for each work order
Complete computer transactions as required for each work order
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
Maintain a positive attitude and consistently demonstrate respectful behavior towards all co-workers and supervisory staff
Adhere strictly to all Medline safety procedures and policies at all times
Operate equipment and handle materials in a safe and proper manner as specified by policies and procedural standards
Immediately communicate concerns related to manufacturing processes to supervision, particularly those that affect safety or product quality
Manages in order to ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory/legal requirements
Build quality into all aspects of their work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements
May perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

On-site cafeteria
On-site physical therapist by appointment
401k with Company Match
Company Paid Life Insurance
Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holidays)
Monthly Birthday Celebrations
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Incredible Employee Discounts on Medical Products
Strong community involvement with fundraising and events such as American Heart Association Walk, Adopt a Soldier Drive, food and clothing drives, Breast Cancer Walk, and more!