2nd Shift Production Technician

Polo Custom Products•Monticello, IA
•Onsite

About The Position

This role operates production machinery, such as a Sewing Machine, Cutter, Press, Screen Printer, etc., to produce high-quality products within the required timeframe. The technician will visually inspect for defects according to the Quality Systems Manual and floor inspection procedure, notifying production support of any issues. They will serve as a positive role model, collaborate with team members and supervisors to achieve goals, and prepare and tag production parts in process. The position involves using shop aids for random inspection, recording accurate counts and rejects, and rotating throughout the department as needed. Responsibilities also include manually installing raw materials during production, monitoring daily shipments, and providing cost-saving suggestions to improve production and eliminate waste.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Ability to recognize error patterns and problems
  • Ability to stay focused and diligent
  • Being dependable and punctual
  • Ability to read and understand job instructions
  • Ability to accurately use measuring devices
  • Clear speaking and oral skills
  • Effective Teamwork
  • Physical dexterity to operate machinery
  • Flexible and adaptable to help team meet needs
  • Knowledge of basic math
  • Ability to occasionally lift and transport up to 35 lbs.
  • Ability to frequently stand, sit, perform reaching pinching, gripping, pushing, pulling, twisting, and bending

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in manufacturing environment helpful but not required.
  • Forklift use
  • longevity in prior jobs

Responsibilities

  • Operate production machinery, such as a Sewing Machine, Cutter, Press, Screen Printer, etc., to produce high quality products in the required timeframe.
  • Inspect visually for defects according to Quality Systems Manual and floor inspection procedure and notifies production support if problems occur.
  • Serve as a positive role model consistent with Polo Custom Product’s corporate culture.
  • Collaborate with team members and Supervisor to help team achieve goals.
  • Prepare and tag production parts in process.
  • Use shop aids (e.g., templates, micrometers, etc.) for random inspection.
  • Record accurate counts and rejects of daily production onto paper forms or the ShopTrak system.
  • Rotate throughout the department/team as necessary to achieve the objective.
  • Install raw materials (e.g., zippers, solvents, buckles, etc.) manually during the production process.
  • Monitor daily shipments to meet established production requirements.
  • Provide cost saving suggestions and ideas to improve production and eliminate waste.

Benefits

  • $450.00 SIGN ON BOUUS AFTER 90 DAYS!
  • $1500.00 REFERRAL BONUS
  • $4.00 - 2ND SHIFT PREMIUM
  • $3.00 - 3RD SHIFT PREMIUM
  • Competitive pay - Up to $17.00/hour depending prior manufacturing experience, Forklift use, longevity in prior jobs, etc.
  • 401-k with company match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Eight paid holidays
  • Overtime pay
  • Healthcare (medical, dental, Flex spending)
  • Vision program, including Safety Glasses
  • “WellBeing” program provides free annual Biometric Screening, Flu shots, prizes, and awards
  • Paid new associate training
  • Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000/year
  • Clean, air conditioned work environment
  • Friendly and community oriented culture
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