Production Operator

Cameron Ashley Building Products•Bluffton, IN

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Cameron Ashley is a wholesale distributor of roofing, insulation, gypsum, siding, and other specialty building products, operating a physical network of more than 65 distribution centers throughout the United States. They offer an industry-leading portfolio of marquee brands and customer-focused delivery options, including same day or next day F^ST delivery. The company also provides a PLUS® Points loyalty program, FREE merchandising, and purchasing/show incentives. Customers can order 24/7 online through their CONNECT customer portal or mobile app, accessing digital tools such as product availability, pricing, order history, invoices with secure payment options, product specifications, and warranty information. Cameron Ashley aims to exceed customer expectations in a fun and rewarding environment, characterized by a laid-back atmosphere, casual dress, and open communication where employees are empowered to succeed. The Production Operator's main purpose is to manufacture various products using multiple machines, which may include plug/bung machines, presses, saws, grinders, weather stripping machines, different hand tools, and any future machines as the business requires.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Be able to work independently.
Have some mechanical aptitude.
Must have common sense.
Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiple, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Must be able to navigate through the most basic computer programs and software.
Know how to use common hand tools.
Excellent organization skills and follow through skills.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Be flexible with the ability to improvise, adapt, and overcome while working under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
Strong team player.
Be able to work overtime as needed, whether it be to come in early, stay late, or work an occasional Saturday to meet production demands.
Handle unforeseen circumstances with tact and resourcefulness.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Being able to read calipers.
Being able to read simple and basic prints.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with shipping, sales, and purchasing.
Perform basic maintenance on various machines.
Maintain a quality product at all times.
Perform constant quality checks of all manufactured items using tools such as calipers and templates.
Log quality specs multiple times daily.
Perform preventative maintenance monthly on machines.
Perform light manufacturing such as making weather stripping, hose connectors, reducers, direct nozzles, aluminum weather stripping, and various items as the business increases.
Operate forklift for unloading, moving, and stacking material.
Troubleshoot and make minor repairs on machines.