Assembly 27 - Utility, Assembly - Shift 2

Summit Polymers • Sturgis, MI

5d

About The Position

This is responsible work of a generally routine nature. The Utility, Assembly employee supplies parts and materials to operators and associates as needed and performs other assigned duties. Direct supervision is provided by the shift supervisor, while the routine nature of the work permits reasonable independent scheduling within prescribed guidelines. The position supports assembly operations by moving materials and finished goods according to established routes and systems, maintaining supplies and equipment, and keeping work areas orderly. The employee must complete all required post-hire training.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to gather and analyze information and make decisions from a limited number of choices.
• Minimum score of 50 on the Wonderlic Select Assessment, or a traditional score of 16 on the Cognitive section.
• Ability to walk and push a cart for the entire work shift.
• Ability to move up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to perform repeated bending and lifting during the shift.
• Ability to wear steel-toe footwear.
• Adequate visual acuity to qualify for a forklift license.
• Ability to operate a pallet jack for product movement.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs for material changes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure components, cartons, and packing materials are available at workstations as needed according to the SLMS system.
• Follow the assigned utility route, removing finished goods and delivering them to the shipping stage.
• Supply work-in-process parts and purchased components to assembly as ordered using kanbans.
• Use the Heijunka board to pace the utility route.
• Activate the flag or light as needed to indicate a delay condition.
• Gauge, train, and assist other utilities with materials and material movement.
• Use and maintain equipment, including the utility cart, supply kanbans, and production instruction kanban.
• Ensure product is placed in designated work-in-process storage.
• Ensure cartons are labeled correctly according to labeling procedures.
• Maintain routes according to the SLMS system.
• Maintain general housekeeping.
• Use a utility knife to open and cut down packages of parts according to safety procedures.
• Perform other work as assigned by the supervisor.
• Complete all post-hire required training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED