Production or Distribution Associate

Nordic Ware•St Louis Park, MN

20d

About The Position

At Nordic Ware we have a passion for creating innovative, high quality, American-made kitchenware. We benefit from a collaborative, connected, value-driven culture. For 75+ years our products have enhanced food preparation and brought people together at tables around the world. Our employees take pride in the products we make, and many choose a lifetime career here. Come join us! We are seeking Production and Distribution Associates who are interested in cross-training across multiple departments. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, operating equipment, and developing a broad set of manufacturing and distribution skills. What you may get to do: · Operate and monitor production, packing or shipping equipment in various departments. · Learn and perform various production or distribution processes through cross-training. · Perform finishing tasks such as trimming, de-flashing, and inspecting parts. · Perform packing and shipping tasks such as assembling product components, inspecting finished goods, packaging items according to specifications, processing orders, printing and applying shipping labels, and organizing shipments to meet daily deadlines. · Use hand tools and manufacturing equipment safely and effectively. · Complete accurate production documentation, including counts and scrap. · Move, stack, and tag materials and finished goods using hand lifts or other equipment. · Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas. · Follow all safety, quality, and work instructions. · Read and follow written and verbal instructions with attention to detail. · Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills. · Adapt to different production areas, tasks, and in some cases, repetitive processes. · Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Manufacturing or production experience preferred, but not required.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong attendance and reliability
Effective communication skills
Willingness to learn new skills and cross-train across departments
Willingness to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) based on tasks.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing or production experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor production, packing or shipping equipment in various departments.
Learn and perform various production or distribution processes through cross-training.
Perform finishing tasks such as trimming, de-flashing, and inspecting parts.
Perform packing and shipping tasks such as assembling product components, inspecting finished goods, packaging items according to specifications, processing orders, printing and applying shipping labels, and organizing shipments to meet daily deadlines.
Use hand tools and manufacturing equipment safely and effectively.
Complete accurate production documentation, including counts and scrap.
Move, stack, and tag materials and finished goods using hand lifts or other equipment.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
Follow all safety, quality, and work instructions.
Read and follow written and verbal instructions with attention to detail.
Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills.
Adapt to different production areas, tasks, and in some cases, repetitive processes.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Bonuses
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health and Wellness Programs (including onsite Pickleball and Yoga, HSA with employer contributions and the new Nice Healthcare)
Short and Long-Term Disability
Basic Life and AD&D
Voluntary Life
Dependent Care FSA
Legal Plan Coverage
Paid Time Off
PTO buy and sell opportunity
Paid Holidays
401(k) Match
Career Development including Tuition Reimbursement
Generous Employee Discount
Performance Based Pay
Weekly Paychecks