PRODUCTION OPERATOR--1st Shift

ALLIED MOULDED PRODUCTS GROUP•Bryan, OH

3d•$19 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Allied Moulded Products, Inc. (Allied) is a leading manufacturer of nonmetallic electrical boxes and enclosures for residential, commercial, and industrial markets. With over half a century of experience, Allied is recognized for its quality, service, delivery, value, innovation, and technology. The company is family-owned and operated, established in 1958 in Bryan, Ohio, and guided by values of leadership, honesty, communication, teamwork, and a positive attitude. Allied fosters a fun work environment where challenges are viewed as opportunities for unique solutions. The Production Operator role emphasizes safety as a core value, requiring safe work practices and proactive identification of unsafe situations. Effective operators work cohesively in a team, identify problems, and recommend improvements to ensure quality and timely product delivery.

Requirements

Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job.
Must be able to work well with others and in a team atmosphere.
Strong attention to detail.
Must be flexible with work schedules and work overtime as required.
Must demonstrate a willingness to learn and be an active participant in training.
Minimum High School Diploma, GED, or one-year equivalent experience required.
Ability to communicate well in both verbal and written forms.
Must be able to complete process tags.
Ability to generate reporting documents and participate in team meetings.
Self-motivated with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced production environment.
Good general ability with use of computer touch screens and written documents.
Basic math skills: ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to stand while operating assembly equipment for extended periods of time, walk, use hands to feel or handle objects, tools, or controls.
Reach and lift with hands and arms; talk, see and hear.
Must possess good dexterity skills.
Use of hands and wrists continuously.
Must be able to carry, push, pull or lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
Engage in frequent bending, stooping, squatting, and pulling of parts.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in a manufacturing setting preferred.
Experience operating hand tools a plus.
Capable of growing in knowledge and demonstrating competency in your job.

Responsibilities

Follow all company safety guidelines, practices, and procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment.
Start and shut down machines, monitor their operations, and restock materials as required.
Learn different equipment/operations and rotate to all work centers within the area.
Pack products in an efficient manner.
Consistently meet production schedule plan and attainment goals.
Read and interpret work orders and production schedules.
Follow company policies and procedures.
Maintain a constant visual on parts produced and perform visual quality audits per quality plans.
Perform basic troubleshooting, such as repairing quick thread devices and dislodging nails.
Use hand tools, wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, pliers, and utility knives.
Maintain cleanliness of equipment and workstation areas.
Determine and report product quality issues to appropriate parties.
Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
Target reduction in waste of all forms (time, materials, labor).
Communicate effectively with supervisors, group leads, and business unit managers.
Create and continually improve a culture of teamwork, accountability, and trust by modeling expectations and providing positive feedback.
Document and submit performance reporting as required.
Gain knowledge and stay up-to-date on safety and quality regulatory notices.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and punctuality.
Perform other duties as assigned.