What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Associate II position at Johnson Outdoors Inc.?
JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision and direction, performs routine to moderately complex assembly to achieve daily-targeted output, quality and productivity standards. Assembly functions may include mechanical or electrical subassembly or final assembly in compliance to company quality and workmanship standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs routine to moderately complex assembly or subassembly on assigned products using machinery and/or tools (may use hand tools and power tools) as well as correct production methods to ensure accuracy and quality of finished products. Maintains production output levels consistent with set standards.
- Sets-up, maintains and/or calibrates equipment. Monitors machinery and advises maintenance of necessary repairs.
- Thoroughly checks products to ensure they are conforming to the specifications. May perform testing, quality inspections and reworking of deficient components and/or finished products to ensure efficient operation.
- Informs management on issues related to quality, production, and/or safety, which may adversely affect meeting the areas goals. Makes recommendations for general improvements to the production process.
- Manages parts bin quantities and notifies the appropriate person when quantities are low or insufficient to maintain production.
- Documents actions by completing required production and quality forms.
- Maintains a clean and safe work area by complying with company procedures.
- Works with others to streamline process flow and reduce waste.
- Promote company safety policies, workmanship standards and operational procedures among team members while displaying strong quality consciousness at all times.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Education: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: Typically requires one year of related experience with a manufacturing production environment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrate a broad understanding of production processes.
- Ability to be flexible, perform a variety of tasks within the production area.
- Demonstrated ability to follow verbal instructions and read/interpret written documentation. Ability to read and write in English.
- Demonstrated ability to follow and work within stick operating procedural standards.
- Basic computer literacy. Basic mathematical skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
- Physical requirements: Extensive walking, standing, lifting and bending. Lifting and carry requirements are defined by separately by each business unit. Full mobility of arms and legs is required to operate machinery. Ability to work in extremely hot or cold temperatures as separately defined by each business unit.