Job Title: General Production Worker / Edger Operator
Job Description
This role supports daily manufacturing operations on a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM. You will set up and operate edging equipment, select and verify materials, perform in-process inspections, and ensure that all finished products meet customer specifications and quality standards. You will contribute to a safe, efficient, and high-quality production environment while working closely with teammates and following established procedures.
Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and monitor edging equipment and other production machinery according to work instructions and safety guidelines.
- Select, verify, and stage materials required for each production run, ensuring accuracy against work orders and specifications.
- Perform in-process inspections and quality checks using precision measuring instruments to confirm products meet customer specifications and internal standards.
- Troubleshoot basic equipment issues, make minor adjustments, and escalate complex problems to appropriate personnel to minimize downtime.
- Complete production-related documentation accurately, including recording measurements, counts, and inspection results.
- Handle general production tasks such as assembly, packaging, and material handling as needed to support overall manufacturing output.
- Use hand tools and other basic equipment safely and effectively during setup, adjustment, and finishing operations.
- Assist with general labor and warehouse-related activities, including organizing materials and maintaining orderly work areas.
- Operate forklifts or other material-handling equipment if qualified and as needed to move products and materials within the facility.
- Follow all safety procedures and company policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment and safe machine operation.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by regularly cleaning workstations, removing debris, and supporting 5S or similar initiatives.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding production status, quality concerns, and equipment issues.
- Work overtime and weekends as needed to meet production demands and customer delivery requirements.
- Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality to support consistent production schedules.
Essential Skills
- Prior manufacturing or machine operation experience preferred, including exposure to general production, assembly, or machine operating environments.
- Ability to set up and operate production machinery, including edging equipment, with strong mechanical aptitude.
- Experience or capability in general labor, production, and packaging tasks in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
- Ability to use precision measuring instruments accurately, such as calipers, micrometers, or gauges, to perform in-process inspections.
- Strong math aptitude, including working confidently with fractions and decimals for measurements and calculations.
- Ability to read and interpret measurements and apply them correctly to ensure product quality and compliance with specifications.
- Good communication skills to interact effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and other departments.
- Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality, with a demonstrated history of consistent work habits.
- Strong organizational skills to manage tasks, materials, and documentation efficiently.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn new equipment, processes, and procedures.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
- Ability and willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed to support production demands.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Experience operating forklifts or other material-handling equipment in a production or warehouse environment.
- Hands-on experience with hand tools and basic mechanical tools used in manufacturing or assembly.
- Background in general production, warehouse operations, or manufacturing environments.
- Comfort working with machine operation, packaging, and assembly processes.
- Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions and standard operating procedures.
- Capability to maintain focus and attention to detail while performing repetitive tasks.
- Willingness to cross-train in multiple production tasks to support overall team flexibility.
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