Production Operator – Starting at $17.00-$18.75
Piston Automotive | 1400 Warren St., North Kansas City, MO 64116
Piston Automotive wasn’t just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of execution through a combination of experience, expertise, and a deep seeded passion for what we do. Our assemblies consistently set the standard because our people consistently raise the bar.
Job Summary
The Production Operator performs repetitive assembly operations to mass-produce automotive products. This role operates machines per work instructions, works at different workstations and/or departments as production needs require. Will work on the assembly line where tasks vary as different models of same article moves along line. Works with other Associates to set up machines, and stack, mark, pack, and transport finished parts. This role requires a team player that helps others in need and works proactively to minimize production downtime.
Key Responsibilities of Production Operator
Reads job specifications and work instructions to determine work needed and material requirements.
Positions work piece against stops or aligns layout marks with fixture.
Observes machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction.
Check parts to determine accuracy.
Performs jobs in a safe and efficient manner.
Drives industrial lift vehicles with lifting devices such as forklift, to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials.
Meets production requirements [including] cycle time daily.
Can operate all workstations within the department.
Verify quality issues shown on defective code list.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
Physical Qualifications
Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Specific vision requirements for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. PREFERRED
This position will have minimum exposure to weather conditions
Why Work at Piston Automotive.
Full-Time Employment
Opportunities for Overtime Pay
On the Job Training
Opportunities for Career Advancement
Comprehensive Benefits Package (Effective first of month following Date of Hire)
Shift premiums
Employee Referral Bonus
Competitive Wages
Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Minimal uniform requirements (closed toe shoes only)
Personal headphone use allowed during work hours
Supportive, employee centric environment
Transparent, structured raises
Employee Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Rx Insurance
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
401k with company match
Paid Time Off (Vacation)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Vehicle and Product Discounts
Now hiring for the following shifts:
1st Crew (A crew) - Monday-Thursday: 6:00am-6:00pm*
2nd Crew (B crew) - Tuesday-Friday: 5:30pm-5:30am*
3rd Crew (C crew) - Friday-Monday: 6:00am-6:00pm*

• Daily mandatory overtime and additional days likely for all shifts