Production Associate

Role Description:

The General Production Associate performs all activities and duties, keeping in mind the best interests of the company while utilizing all company assets to their fullest. As a member of the general laborer staff, an individual in this role produces quality products in a timely, efficient, productive and profitable manner.

General Responsibilities and Duties:

Works under direct supervision of a Department Supervisor for the purpose of learning the following basic skills:

• Setting up and oiling forms

• Cutting and placing wire mesh

• Cutting and tying reinforcing bars

• Placing and setting form liner, holes, and inserts as required per approved shop blueprints

• Pouring, troweling, and finishing off freshly placed concrete

• Stripping and cleaning forms

• Cleaning up around work areas

• Shows consistent improvement in the ability to perform work utilizing these skills.

• Takes the initiative to remain involved in productive work throughout the workday, either by performing work related to fabrication of precast concrete products or by informing the Department Supervisor of availability to perform other tasks.

• Comes to work regularly and on time, in accordance with company policy.

• Demonstrates loyalty to the company and mutual respect for other personnel.

• Functions as a team player, and looks for ways to improve the way work is done

• Assumes responsibility for maintaining plant safety.

• Utilize safety equipment and abide by safety practices that are required by law and/or the company

• Operating forklifts and other equipment while using proper operational procedures. Must demonstrate ability to do so properly during the introductory period. Must be familiar with back-up procedures and vision of pathway to be used and able to recognize potential hazards and obstacles.

• Maintain an orderly, safe, and efficient plant production area, easily and safely accessible to staff, supplies, customers, visitors, and inspectors.

• On a daily basis, according to company standards, strip concrete from molds; clean, oil, reinforce, and reassemble molds per approved blueprints; and pour fresh concrete into the molds and finish troweling the concrete.

• In an effort to better serve the Company and our customers and to generate sales, consistently take the initiative to become knowledgeable with the Company’s product lines. Become familiar with their applications and distinguishing characteristics.

• Follow all implemented quality assurance measures in the production of the Company’s products.

• Report equipment problems immediately to Department Supervisor

• Assist with inventory control. Advise your supervisors immediately of inventory shortages, damages, backorders, problems, etc.

• To ensure efficient operations, complete and submit in a timely manner, all necessary department and personnel forms appropriate for given situations.

• Attend and participate in assigned company sponsored meetings and/or training sessions.

• Observe all company policies and regulations

• Report any unresolved problems with co-workers or other departments to your supervisors.

• Complete or assist with various other company duties as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Eligible to work in the U.S

• Reliable transportation to get you back and forth to work

• Flexibility to work 40 hours per week

• Demonstrate ability to read a tape measure

• Forklift certified or willingness to be certified

• Mature, dependable, and self-motivated

• Able to handle a variety of tasks with little supervision

• Strong mechanical aptitude

• Blueprint reading or ability to learn

Physical Requirements:

• Standing and walking for extended periods of time

• Exposure to fluctuating weather conditions including extreme cold or heat

• Ability to bend or stoop

• Must be in good physical health; able to comfortably lift at least 75 pounds and frequently 100 pounds or more

Education and Experience:

• High school intern or graduate or GED equivalent

• On the job training will be provided

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• 401k with a Company Match

• Paid Time-off

• Employee Discounts

Benefit Conditions:

• 60-Day waiting period

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, minimum 40 hrs. Overtime & weekend work may be required to meet project schedules.

Pay Range: Commensurate with experience.

Note: All job offers are contingent upon successful drug screen

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person