What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Associate-Manufacturing position at WESTERN INDUSTRIES PLASTIC PRODUCTS?
Shift Openings – 8-hour shift schedules!
Monday – Friday or Tuesday-Saturday schedules (overtime as needed/required)
Starting range $15.00 - $16.50 per hour, depending on assigned shift.
Our Production Associates are responsible to produce high-quality plastic products from blow mold machinery in accordance with company standards. This role involves performing precise trimming, conducting quality inspections, packaging finished products, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The Production Associate plays a key role in ensuring that production goals are met efficiently and safely.
Summary of Job Duties
- Receive and accurately trim molded parts from extractor using hand and/or power tools.
- Identify and report non-conforming products to supervisor.
- Complete assigned rework as necessary.
- Box, package or pallet finished products and label with accurate counts and required information.
- Maintain cleanliness of work areas.
Work Environment
This position is performed on the production floor in a manufacturing setting, which may include exposure to:
- Extreme heat.
- Moderate to loud noise levels (with proper PPE provided).
- Industrial equipment such as motors, grinders, compressors, CNC machines, and other production machinery.
Physical Demands
- Standing and walking for long periods of time.
- Frequent pushing, pulling, grasping, bending, overhead reaching, and repetitive motions.
- Occasional climbing, stooping, and crouching.
- Lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 80 lbs.
- Ability to use small hand tools and power tools
- Required use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Benefits (Waiting periods apply)
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Company provided life insurance
- Voluntary Life/AD&D options including dependent plans.
- 401(K) enrollment after 60 days of employment with company match
- Weekly pay!
- Ten paid holidays!
Requirements
- Ability to lift & carry up to 80 pounds.
- Ability to work in production setting that does experience heat and moderate to loud noise levels.
- Ability to trim parts/products as directed by work instructions using hand tools and/or power tools.
- Ability to follow work instructions following quality specifications.
- Perform quality checks to meet company standards and identify non-conforming parts/products.
- Six months experience in production/manufacturing, preferred.
- Experience performing physically demanding work.
Work Authorization/ Security Clearance
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Complete online application at westernind.com/careers or visit us at our Employment Center,
22167 C Street, Strother Field, Winfield, KS
Western Industries Plastic Products, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $15 - $17