Production Support

Jireh Metal•Grandville, MI

just now•Onsite

About The Position

JIREH METAL PRODUCTS is seeking a Production Support Team Member to support safe, efficient, and uninterrupted manufacturing operations. This role is crucial for minimizing equipment downtime by providing timely assistance to production work centers and supporting various departments including production, assembly, material handling, quality, and facility activities. The team member will contribute to safety, quality, delivery, housekeeping, and continuous improvement objectives, serving as a flexible resource capable of assisting multiple departments and functions.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Ability to read and understand work instructions and operating procedures
Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn manufacturing processes
Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment
Strong commitment to safety and quality
Dependable attendance and work habits
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Ability to identify and communicate problems quickly
Willingness to learn new skills and support multiple departments
Frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, and reaching
Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
Continuous visual attention to production processes
Ability to regularly lift up to 25 pounds
Ability to perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing experience
Experience operating manufacturing equipment
Experience using measuring devices and inspection equipment

Responsibilities

Assist Press Operators with production activities including coil changes, packaging, labeling, stacking totes, banding skids, and product handling.
Support machine and equipment setup activities.
Assist with machine startup and shutdown procedures.
Operate production equipment and presses as trained and directed.
Help maintain workflow and minimize production interruptions.
Assist with assembly operations as required to support customer demand and production schedules.
Follow assembly work instructions, quality standards, and customer specifications.
Assemble products, subassemblies, and components using established procedures.
Verify components and finished assemblies meet quality requirements.
Assist with packaging, labeling, boxing, and other value-added manufacturing activities.
Maintain organization, cleanliness, and material flow within assembly areas.
Identify and report quality concerns, missing components, or process issues to supervision.
Assist Material Handlers with packaging, box assembly, shrink wrapping, and material movement activities.
Assist Steel Handlers with coil loading and steel receipt verification activities.
Empty scrap hoppers and maintain scrap collection areas.
Empty trash and recycling containers throughout the facility.
Replenish wash glove cabinets and maintain facility supplies.
Assist with sorting, containment, rework, and other quality-related activities.
Use gauges, fixtures, measuring devices, and inspection tools as required.
Identify and report quality concerns, setup issues, stock alignment problems, and equipment abnormalities.
Support quality improvement initiatives and corrective actions when required.
Complete daily and weekly 5S activities.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
Support facility-wide housekeeping initiatives.
Follow work instructions, setup documentation, quality standards, and operating procedures.
Utilize company systems including Plex, Job Web, SmartPAC, and other manufacturing software as required.
Accurately complete required production and operational documentation.
Work effectively with minimal supervision.
Support cross-functional activities throughout the facility.
Assist in training team members on job duties and work processes as assigned.
Perform other duties necessary to support customer, operational, and business requirements.