Production Technician

Polo Custom Products•Louisville, MS

11d

About The Position

The Production Technician operates production machinery to produce high-quality products within required timeframes. The role includes visually inspecting products for defects, preparing and tagging parts in process, recording production counts and rejects, and installing raw materials manually during production. The technician rotates throughout the department as needed, collaborates with team members and the Supervisor, and offers ideas to reduce costs and waste. The position is based in a clean, air-conditioned work environment and follows a Monday-to-Thursday schedule, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with occasional mandatory overtime on Fridays.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to recognize error patterns and problems.
Ability to stay focused and diligent.
Dependability and punctuality.
Ability to read and understand job instructions.
Ability to accurately use measuring devices.
Clear speaking and oral communication skills.
Effective teamwork skills.
Physical dexterity to sew and operate machinery.
Flexibility and adaptability to help the team meet needs.
Knowledge of basic math.
Ability to occasionally lift and transport up to 35 pounds.
Ability to frequently stand, sit, reach, pinch, grip, push, pull, twist, and bend.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing environment is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Operate production machinery, such as sewing machines, cutters, presses, and screen printers, to produce high-quality products within required timeframes.
Visually inspect products for defects according to the Quality Systems Manual and floor inspection procedure, and notify production support when problems occur.
Serve as a positive role model consistent with Polo Custom Product’s corporate culture.
Collaborate with team members and the Supervisor to help the team achieve goals.
Prepare and tag production parts in process.
Use shop aids, such as templates and micrometers, for random inspection.
Record accurate counts and rejects of daily production on paper forms or in the ShopTrak system.
Rotate throughout the department or team as necessary to achieve objectives.
Install raw materials, such as zippers, solvents, and buckles, manually during production.
Provide cost-saving suggestions and ideas to improve production and eliminate waste.

Benefits

401(k) with company match.
Paid time off.
Four 10-hour weekdays, with most weekends off except when overtime is required.
Eight paid holidays.
Healthcare, including medical, dental, and flexible spending account options.
Vision program, including safety glasses.
WellBeing program with free annual biometric screenings, flu shots, prizes, and awards.
Paid training for new associates.
Clean, air-conditioned work environment.
Friendly, community-oriented culture.