Production Specialist I

Kato Cable•Mankato, MN

About The Position

The Production Specialist I performs operational functions related to producing, inspecting, and distributing products or services for commercial customers. Work includes general wire, cable, and harness assembly, soldering, and quality assurance. The employee follows safety, quality, ISO, and work procedures; reviews job-specific work orders and instructions; completes assigned quality checks; and helps maintain clean work areas. The role requires learning up to two work centers and may involve cross-training to support other production lines or departments. Employees are expected to meet production standards, work flexibly and independently as appropriate, and communicate and collaborate respectfully with coworkers. The position is part-time and pays $17.50–$25.00 per hour. Kato Cable describes its facility as clean, bright, and temperature-controlled, and highlights employee appreciation events, wellness activities, community involvement, and opportunities to learn and grow.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Education or experience sufficient to communicate effectively and perform the job's duties and responsibilities.
Ability to measure and read prints.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret job-related documents.
Ability to perform basic mathematical equations.
Ability to make decisions when identifying in-process problems and handle a variety of job assignments.
Ability to perform assigned work safely, follow work rules, work independently, and remain flexible.
Ability to use machinery and equipment required for assigned work.
Ability to work effectively, courteously, and respectfully with other personnel.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience.
Hand crimping experience.
Experience preparing wires and components for harnessing, soldering, and distribution.
Experience or ability to read prints.
Terminal press operation experience.

Responsibilities

Assemble custom cable and wire harness products, including general wire, cable, and harness assembly.
Perform soldering and other assigned production operations.
Follow job-specific work orders, procedural instructions, specifications, safety policies, quality policies, ISO procedures, and work instructions.
Inspect work and perform specified quality assurance checks.
Learn and perform duties in up to two work centers, and cross-train to fill in on other production lines or departments as needed.
Meet production standards within a reasonable time for the assigned work.
Maintain clean work areas and follow good housekeeping practices.
Use required machinery and equipment for assigned jobs.
Work independently when appropriate and collaborate with other personnel respectfully and courteously.
Interact with consumer workers in compliance with applicable rights and service policies, and provide a positive influence in workplace and group settings.