Production Machine Helper - 1st Shift

Our growing company is looking for an entry-level Manufacturing Helper to join our team!

As a Manufacturing Helper you will assist Machine Operators on production equipment with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a member of the team, you will receive the training and experience needed to advance to the role of Machine Operator.

Schedule: 1st shift (8:00am to 4:00pm)

Pay rate: $21.28 per hour

* Assist in the safe operation of production equipment to produce quality products by adjusting machine controls for speed, temperature, pressure, etc.
* Understands and adheres to all safety rules and procedures.
* Produce orders on time to satisfy customer needs and production requirements.
* Perform product labeling, packing, wrapping and helping to supply line for production.
* Assists with all required quality inspections, testing, and production documentation.
* Comply with company standards regarding housekeeping and 6S on machines and surrounding areas.
* Helps perform routine preventative maintenance and assists maintenance personnel as needed on machine related issues.
* Other duties as assigned by plant leadership, production leads, or shift leads.

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience operating high speed manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to solve problems and apply critical thinking to processes and equipment.
• Ability to use a tape measure.
• Experience with hand tools.
• Complete production documentation (paper and electronic): Production logs, Quality inspections, Down Time tracking.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math, reading, and computer skills.
• High awareness toward safety for yourself and others.
• Able to work effectively and efficiently as part of a team or individually.

* Extrusion experience
* College-level courses or trade school preferred, but not necessary.
* Ability to operate hoists, pallet jacks, and other related equipment.

* Frequent standing, walking, and bending.
* Pushing, pulling, lifting at least 40lbs.
* Eye/hand coordination.