Production Associate

The Production Associate performs daily production activities for the operation and preventive maintenance on equipment as needed. The Production Associate is also responsible for developing and implementing process improvement when necessary.

• Receives customer order from Planning Department; gather all necessary information to complete order.
• Retrieves layout, adjust layout to appropriate size and send to printer or screen printing department.
• Upon completion of print order, accurately prepare materials for post printing. This may include cutting, laminating and cleaning the materials for finishing.
• Assists in packaging material.
• Verify manufacturing efficiency and quality (accuracy, scrap, utilization, rework, equipment downtime).
• Perform routine machine maintenance and minor repairs when necessary.
• Maintain production rate consistency; meet or exceed established minimum production rates.
• Comply with relevant occupational health and safety requirements.
• Keep the production area neat, clean and organized.
• Other duties as assigned.

There is moderate risk of injury if performing Finishing. If performing finishing, must be able to lift 50 lbs and work on feet entire shift. Safety equipment is required to be worn when on production floor. Work hours are generally during normal business hours and average 40 hours a week. May require some additional hours when production demand is at high levels. Consistent and regular attendance required.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the job. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by the Production Manager. All requirements are subject to change over time, and to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• 1-2 years previous experience as an Operator or Production Associate
• Technical skills related to basic equipment maintenance required.
• Self-motivated, ability to work at a fast pace.
• High attention to detail and ability to work at a faster than average pace.
• Must be able to stand/walk for entire shift.
• Computer proficiency and advanced understanding of production functions, processes, and materials is highly desirable.