Production Operator

Daikin•Waller, TX

About The Position

The Production Operator performs manufacturing and assembly work to deliver quality products safely and on time to internal and external customers. Work may involve lifting, loading, hanging, and transferring materials or products; operating machines; fabricating, painting, and assembling parts; and using hand tools, wires, and other equipment at assembly lines or designated workstations. The operator follows approved specifications and work instructions, maintains quality standards, and uses zero-defect methods to reduce scrap and unnecessary costs. The role follows safety, housekeeping, environmental, and company policies, uses required personal protective equipment, conserves resources, and keeps the work area and equipment clean and orderly. The operator takes direction from a lead and works within well-defined instructions toward established objectives. This is an entry-level position; prior manufacturing or machine-operations experience is a plus. A high school diploma or GED is required. The role involves physical labor, repetitive movement, extended standing, and lifting or transferring parts for long periods.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to perform duties safely, efficiently, and on time while meeting production requirements and company standards with limited supervision.
Ability to safely operate air tools, hand tools, wrenches, screwdrivers, ratchets, screw guns, machines, and equipment.
Attention to detail and basic math and counting skills.
Ability to interpret and follow work instructions, including safety policies.
Ability to pass the in-house training program, including safety, skills, and on-the-job training.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate accurately and promptly and get along well with coworkers, supervisors, and team leads.
Ability to perform physical labor and repetitive movements, with good hand-eye coordination.
Physical stamina and strength to transfer, load, unload, and lift parts for long periods.
Ability to stand for 8–10 hours a day.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including hours and days as needed.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical or machinery skills.
Previous manufacturing or machine-operations experience.

Responsibilities

Lift, load, hang, and transfer parts and products repetitively while maintaining safe work practices.
Assemble and install materials, parts, and equipment accurately at assembly lines or designated workstations according to approved specifications.
Perform general assembly tasks, which may include shooting screws, putting lids on boxes, scanning inventory, and installing wires, compressors, tops, panels, and other components.
Operate machines to form, fabricate, paint, and assemble parts.
Ensure parts and materials used match the bill of material.
Identify and eliminate scrap and additional costs using zero-defect methods.
Follow safety, housekeeping, environmental, and company policies and work instructions.
Inform supervisors of part or equipment defects to ensure prompt response.
Ensure work meets quality standards and conserve resources and supplies to minimize waste.
Wear and use required personal protective equipment.
Maintain the work area and equipment in clean and orderly condition and comply with safety and health regulations.