Production Floater

Ascentek•Golden Valley, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

With a purpose to make tomorrow a little bit better than today for each other, our customers, and our communities, Ascentek provides an environment where you can love what you do and be your best every day. This is a Second Shift, Full-time position. Ascentek is a 2025 USA Great Place to Work certified company.

Requirements

Good command of the English language.
Ability to read, communicate and understand written instructions.
Understanding of KPI’s and manufacturing processes.
2 years of related production line experience.
Quality & Safety Awareness.
Understanding of Lean Principles.
Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Basic mathematical abilities.
Mechanical aptitude.
Basic Microsoft Office proficiency.
Inventory Management System (JDE) proficiency.
Ability to lift and carry up to 70 pounds and push or pull drums weighing up to 400 pounds occasionally.
Frequent sitting, stair climbing, use of hands, and verbal communication.
Occasional standing and walking.
Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, and comply with FAA-required drug and alcohol testing.
Ability to meet the physical and mental requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
Required use of PPE, including safety glasses and steel-toed shoes.

Responsibilities

Providing guidance and assisting employees on production duties.
Troubleshooting equipment.
Backfilling on production lines as needed to meet customer requirements.
Assisting the Production Lead to achieve daily production objectives while remaining focused on attaining safety and quality results by utilizing continuous improvement in every department process.
Attending informational, training, safety, and compliance meetings as scheduled.
Providing guidance and support as a Production Floater to other production personnel, acting as a mentor and coach.
Assisting in identifying continuous improvement opportunities for production line operation.
Performing processes to complete bottle filling assemblies and sub-assembly machines.
Following written instructions on the Work Order & Finished Part Document to produce various products.
Assisting in production line activities such as changeovers to help streamline flow and meet production goals.
Assisting the Production Lead & Training Specialist with employee training as assigned.
Reporting defective materials or questionable conditions to the department Manager and following nonconforming procedures.
Utilizing all equipment safely, efficiently, and performing all required safety checks and communicating the need for repairs.
Participating in plant continuous improvement activities and processes.
Completing tasks as directed by production schedules with minimum supervision.
Maintaining plant cleanliness such that customer tours can be a positive marketing experience.
Becoming proficient in the use of Ascentek's manufacturing & inventory control system (JDE).
Performing other duties as required or assigned.
Minimal travel required for this position, e.g. On occasion travel may be required between locations depending on business needs.

Benefits

Medical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverage
Dental and Vision Insurance
FSA/HSA options
Paid parental leave
Company-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
Supplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance
401(k) with a generous company match
Pet Insurance Benefits
Tuition reimbursement
21 Paid Days Off
7 Paid Holidays
Stylish company provided uniforms and personal protective equipment
Second Shift differential
Paid comprehensive on-the-job training
Career advancement opportunities