Production Associate

Piston Automotive•Auburn Hills, MI

105d

About The Position

The Production Associate performs repetitive assembly operations to mass-produce automotive products. The role operates machines according to work instructions and may work at different workstations or departments as production needs require. The associate works on an assembly line where tasks vary as different models of the same article move along the line. The role also works with other associates to set up machines and to stack, mark, pack, and transport finished parts. A successful associate is a team player who helps others and works proactively to minimize production downtime.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Forklift certification.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
Required vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

One month of experience in a Production Associate role or a related position.

Responsibilities

Read job specifications and work instructions to determine the work needed and material requirements.
Position work pieces against stops or align layout marks with fixtures.
Observe machine operation to detect work-piece defects or machine malfunctions.
Check parts to determine accuracy.
Perform work safely and efficiently.
Drive industrial lift vehicles, including forklifts, to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials.
Meet daily production requirements, including cycle time.
Operate all workstations within the department.
Verify quality issues shown on the defective code list.
Work with other associates to set up machines and stack, mark, pack, and transport finished parts.
Help others and work proactively to minimize production downtime.