Manufacturing Associate II (Press Operator)

The Manufacturing Associate II safely sets up, operates, and makes minor adjustments to various machining, production, and assembly equipment to produce high-quality parts and products. Responsibilities include performing changeovers, routine troubleshooting and maintenance, inspecting materials and finished products for quality and accuracy, documenting completed work, and transporting materials as needed. This role may operate material handling equipment, support multiple workstations, train other associates, participate in continuous improvement activities, maintain a clean 5S work area, and follow all safety procedures with minimal supervision.

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.

Legrand's Integrated AV division delivers integrated and connected technology solutions that simplify how people communicate, collaborate, and engage. By uniting the industry's most comprehensive portfolio of audiovisual technologies, infrastructure, intelligent management platforms, and professional services, we help organizations create seamless, scalable experiences that meet today's needs and evolve for the future.

Legrand, North & Central America offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company's incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us.

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Associate II to join the Integrated AV division in Warsaw, IN. This position is responsible for safely operating various machining, production, and assembly operations per work assignment description to produce high quality manufactured parts or assembled production. This position will have the ability to set up or make minor adjustments to various machines. Work assignments will be scheduled based on training proficiency.

What Will You Do?

• According to work assignment description and scheduling, correctly setup and operate various machines, follow the production and quality procedures following prints and checking materials for defects, maintain production materials, inspect product to ensure high quality. Able to run various types of equipment.
• Perform minor adjustments and daily maintenance to equipment
• Participate on Continuous Improvement Teams
• Provide training to other associates as needed
• Basic or routine troubleshooting
• Able to operator material handling equipment: (Forklift, Stand Behinds, Trucks) if necessary
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Conduct machine and production changeovers as required
• Certified to operate various workstations/positions within the facility to meet production needs
• Inspect measurements and product to ensure quality and accuracy
• Transport the product to the correct location when completed
• Update all completed work in the correct system per the schedule
• Ability to understand and execute verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed
• Ability to perform and demonstrate all manufacturing procedures after training.
• Assist with other duties within the department and/or other work stations/departments when necessary
• Complete clean-up responsibilities and maintain work station according to 5S procedure
• Demonstrate our five core values of Integrity, Customer Responsiveness, Innovation, Passionate Contribution & Empowerment and Continuous Improvement
• Understand workplace hazards and take steps to proactively prevent and report hazards or injuries in the workplace. Cooperate in safety programs, initiatives, and investigations
• Perform other duties deemed necessary to support the Company's business operations

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
• Demonstrated ability to use and interpret measurement tools such as tape measure, micrometers and calipers
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, blueprints, BOM's and associated procedures
• Ability to follow directions and work with minimal supervision
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to frequently changing priorities/tasks
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Basic math skills and problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate some or all of the following types of equipment: Presses, Laser Turret, Welder, Table Saws, Edgers, Paint Sprayers, Mills and other Manufacturing Equipment as needed
• Ability to identify and communicate basic process improvements
• Must possess high level of attention to detail
• Works well in a Team Environment
• Capability to Train others
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Provide training to other associates
• The ability to make decisions on imperfect information
• The ability to multitask and bias towards actions
• Proven reliability - attendance and punctuality
• Must understand basic lean principles - 5S, Kanban
• Ability to use the following hand tools: drills, screw drivers, hammers, etc

Minimum Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 2 years of previous experience in operating specific specialized equipment outside of Legrand AVD or 2 years of demonstrated experience operating a variety of different types of machinery.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand for 8 hours/day while making coordinated movements of the hands and fingers to grasp/pinch, and manipulate objects. This may include frequent use of vibrating/pneumatic tools, overhead and outstretched reaching with arms, bending/twisting/stooping, kneeling/squatting and frequently lifting/carrying up to 70 lbs throughout the day and occasionally up to 75lbs as needed. Also may occasionally include pushing/pulling up to 100 lbs.
• May occasionally be exposed to dust and spray fumes.
• Regular shop assembly/distribution center environment (no air conditioning)
• Steel-toed shoes are required for working in this position.