What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator - North Kansas City position at Piston Automotive?
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
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.75 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Relocate:
- Independence, MO: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19
