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Production Operator

YAPP USA AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS INC
Gallatin, TN Other
POSTED ON 12/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/19/2026

Production Operator

Department: Production 

Reports to: Group Leader

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Summary/Objective
The Team Member position is to ensure that quality parts are being finished and that any non-conforming parts are reported and removed for disposition.  

They will also contribute to a work environment where fairness, equality and non-discriminatory practices are the standard. 

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

  1. Following the job instruction provided by the Group Leader. 
  2. Meeting daily job assignment standards. Ability to rotate within the assigned work station in a line or within other lines. 
  3. Immediately inform the Group Leader/Team Leader of any visual and/or physical defects in production pieces that appear at your work station. Reference operation instructions. 
  4. Trim pieces without creating any defects. Perform additional trimming of flash to enable a part to meet customer standard and requirements. 
  5. Ensuring that no defective pieces are packed. 
  6. Record any non-conforming parts on the productive reports. 
  7. Ensuring all conforming parts are correctly packed according to packaging standards. 
  8. Ensure that all aspects of his or her area of responsibility is in full compliance with the quality system in place at the operation at all times. 
  9. Ensure there are no quality or production interruptions due to lack of giving or seeking information by fully informing the Production Manager of all events affecting production and the shift. 
  10. Maintain a productive working environment by good communication, cooperation, positive habits and attitudes. 
  11. Record information on scrap sheets and/or downtime sheets regarding scrap parts, and information about machine, equipment and fixture problems. 
  12. Follow company safety rules 100% of the time. 
  13. Reading, understanding and complying with company safety rules as designated by the YAPP USA Automotive Systems, Inc. Employee Handbook and outlined by the Job Safety Guide. 
  14. Take action to promptly correct or remove all workplace hazards and unsafe work conditions.  

Competencies  

  1. Problem Solving/Analytical 
  2. Technical Skills 
  3. Communication Proficiency, written and oral 
  4. Attendance/Punctuality 
  5. Dependability 
  6. Ethical Conduct  

Supervisory Responsibility
This position as no supervisory responsibilities. 

Work Environment
This job operates in a manufacturing environment.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to grasp small items, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. 

(See attached pages for physical requirements.) 

Summary/Objective
The Team Member position is to ensure that quality parts are being finished and that any non-conforming parts ate reported and removed for disposition.  

They will also contribute to a work environment where fairness, equality and non-discriminatory practices are the standard. 

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

  1. Following the job instruction provided by the Group Leader. 
  2. Meeting daily job assignment standards. Ability to rotate within the assigned work station in a line or within other lines. 
  3. Immediately inform the Group Leader/Team Leader of any visual and/or physical defects in production pieces that appear at your work station. Reference operation instructions. 
  4. Trim pieces without creating any defects. Perform additional trimming of flash to enable a part to meet customer standard and requirements. 
  5. Ensuring that no defective pieces are packed. 
  6. Record any non-conforming parts on the productive reports. 
  7. Ensuring all conforming parts are correctly packed according to packaging standards. 
  8. Ensure that all aspects of his or her area of responsibility is in full compliance with the quality system in place at the operation at all times. 
  9. Ensure there are no quality or production interruptions due to lack of giving or seeking information by fully informing the Production Manager of all events affecting production and the shift. 
  10. Maintain a productive working environment by good communication, cooperation, positive habits and attitudes. 
  11. Record information on scrap sheets and/or downtime sheets regarding scrap parts, and information about machine, equipment and fixture problems. 
  12. Follow company safety rules 100% of the time. 
  13. Reading, understanding and complying with company safety rules as designated by the YAPP USA Automotive Systems, Inc. Employee Handbook and outlined by the Job Safety Guide. 
  14. Take action to promptly correct or remove all workplace hazards and unsafe work conditions.  

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.   

Competencies  

  1. Problem Solving/Analytical 
  2. Technical Skills 
  3. Communication Proficiency, written and oral 
  4. Attendance/Punctuality 
  5. Dependability 
  6. Ethical Conduct  

Supervisory Responsibility
This position as no supervisory responsibilities. 

Work Environment
This job operates in a manufacturing environment.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to grasp small items, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, and hours and days of work are determined by their shift. Working overtime and/or weekends may be required as necessary.  

Travel
Travel is not expected. 

Required Education and Experience  

  1. High School Diploma or GED  

Preferred Education and Experience  

  1. Six months experience in a manufacturing environment.  

 Additional Eligibility Qualifications  

  1. Adaptability 
  2. Quality 
  3. Good Safety Record  
  4. Teamwork  

Work Authorization/Security Clearance 

1. Must have valid working documents to work in the United States. 

AAP/EEO Statement
To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions at YAPP USA will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Employment decisions shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws prohibiting discrimination or harassment in the workplace. YAPP USA does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, weight, height, familial status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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