General Production Associate

We are a growing, local manufacturing company looking for the right person to join our group. Duties will include operating manufacturing shop equipment, fabrication, assembly and finishing. Candidates must be highly organized, have the ability to monitor quality of products, must pay close attention to detail, and be able to communicate effectively to management and the team.

Pay Rate: Depending Job Skill and Experience (wage review after 90 days of employment)

Job Status: Full Time (direct hire)

Schedule: Monday through Thursday 5:00am-3:30pm (Fridays as needed)

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Department: Shop

Reports To: Shop Manager

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Job responsibilities may include:

• Be on time and have excellent attendance!
• Produces components by assembling parts and sub-assemblies.
• Positions parts and sub-assemblies by using templates or reading measurements.
• Assembles components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and sub-assemblies.
• Verifies specifications by measuring completed component.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Organize Inventory in an easy to access process.
• Uses tools provided to complete production flow.
• Maintain parts and tools clean.

Skills and Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous manufacturing experience a plus but not required
• Computer knowledge to be able to complete basic tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 15-70lbs.
• Be a “driving force” to keep the line moving steadily.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally.
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• MUST show up to work on time each day with a positive attitude and willingness to work with a TEAM!!

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Potential Quarterly Bonuses

Physical Demand Frequency:

Constantly- occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hours per day)

Frequently- occupation requires this activity from 33% to 66% of the time (2.5 to 5.5 hours per day)

Occasionally- occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 to 2.5 hours per day)

Physical Demands:

• Stand (Constantly)
• Walk (Constantly)
• Sit (Not Applicable)
• Handling / Fingering (Constantly)
• Reach Outward (Constantly)
• Reach Above Shoulder (Frequently)
• Climb (Occasionally)
• Crawl (Occasionally)
• Squat or Kneel (Frequently)
• Bend (Frequently)

Lift/Carry:

• 10 lbs or less (Constantly)
• 11-20 lbs (Constantly)
• 21-50 lbs (Frequently)
• 51-100 lbs (Occasionally)
• Over 100 lbs (Not Applicable)

Push/Pull:

• 12 lbs or less (Constantly)
• 13-25 lbs (Constantly)
• 26-40 lbs (Frequently)
• 41-100 lbs (Occasionally)

Summit Products is an equal opportunity employer. We will make all employments decisions with no regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. Any form of discrimination or harassment related to these factors is expressly prohibited. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, transfer, promotion, termination, layoff, leaves of absence, wages, and compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Where do you currently work?
• Is your resume up to date? If not, please explain.

Experience:

• Assembly: 2 years (Preferred)
• Hand tools: 4 years (Required)
• Manufacturing: 4 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Altoona, IA 50009 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Altoona, IA 50009: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19