Manufacturing Process Associate

Overview:

The successful candidate will support production efficiency, quality control, and safety compliance within each department.

Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate machinery and equipment specific to each department.
• Must be able to use standard manufacturing tools (screwdriver, scissors, wrenches, cutting tools, ect.)
• Adhere to safety and environmental protocols for chemical handling and materials management.
• Follow work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for each area, maintaining accuracy and consistency.
• Complete required documentation for production logs, inventory, and quality control in each department.
• Assist in troubleshooting and identifying potential improvements in processes.
• Support cross-training efforts to maintain flexibility and knowledge across departments.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to meet production goals, adjust priorities, and maintain workflow.

Qualifications:

Code of Ethics:

All employees are responsible for the quality of their work and implementation of the policy and procedures applicable to the processes they perform. Employees also identify any known or potential problems and recommend related solutions through the internal audit and/or corrective/preventative action processes.

Education/Experience:

Three to five years’ experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent.

Qualifications & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing or aerospace environment is highly desirable.
• Ability to adapt to varied production environments and quickly learn new processes and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Proficiency in following safety guidelines and quality standards.
• Physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for extended periods, and working with PPE.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to work flexible hours, including overtime or shift changes, based on business needs.
• Proficient in reading and speaking English.
• Willingness to participate in cross-training and continuous improvement initiatives.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office and shop environment.
• Eye protection is necessary while working on shop floor.
• Some heavy lifting due to the movement of parts and check fixtures.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities:

• Team oriented
• Detail oriented with meticulous work habits