Production Operator
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Position Title / Título del puesto: Production Operator
Reports To / Informes a: Production Supervisor
Position Type / Tipo de posición: Hourly Non-Exempt
Hours per week / Horas por semana: 40
Work Schedule / Horario de trabajo: Monday – Thursday 10-hour shifts, Occasional overtime on Fridays as needed.
Department / Departamento: 800 Production
Orientation Period / Período de orientación 90 days
Reports To / Informes a: Production Supervisor
Position Type / Tipo de posición: Hourly Non-Exempt
Hours per week / Horas por semana: 40
Work Schedule / Horario de trabajo: Monday – Thursday 10-hour shifts, Occasional overtime on Fridays as needed.
Department / Departamento: 800 Production
Orientation Period / Período de orientación 90 days
Position Summary / Resumen de posición:
The Production Operator is responsible for performing assigned manufacturing and assembly tasks in a safe, efficient, and quality-focused manner. This role involves verifying materials, monitoring product quality, completing required documentation, and properly labeling materials. The Production Operator is expected to promptly communicate any safety concerns, equipment issues, or process deviations to leadership, maintain tools and gauges, and keep a clean and organized work area. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support production operations.
Key Responsibilities / Responsabilidades clave:
- Operate production equipment safely and efficiently.
- Verify materials, label parts, and ensure products meet quality standards.
- Complete required documentation accurately.
- Report equipment, material, or safety issues to supervisors.
- Maintain tools, work area, and follow 5S and safety procedures.
- Perform other duties as needed to support production.
Required Qualifications / Requisitos obligatorios:
- Physically able to perform repetitive motions requiring fine dexterity
- Ability to operate machines in accordance with standard work instructions
- Working knowledge of Epicor (preferred or required, depending on role)
- Ability to meet production standards
- Knowledge and application of 5S principles
- Ability to produce quality parts consistently
- Ability to follow all safety protocols and procedures
- Able to lift up to 45 lbs occasionally
- Basic math, reading, and writing skills
Behavioral Competencies
- Strong attention to detail
- Responsible and self-motivated
- Positive attitude
- Excellent attendance and punctuality
Education / Educación:
- High school diploma or equivalent
Skills and Attributes / Habilidades y atributos:
- Ability to operate machinery and follow standard work procedures
- Attention to detail and commitment to producing quality parts
- Basic math, reading, and writing skills
- Physically able to perform repetitive tasks and lift up to 45 lbs. occasionally
- Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and responsible
- Positive attitude with excellent attendance and punctuality
- Knowledge of 5S principles and ability to maintain a clean work area
- Ability to identify and report safety or quality issues promptly
Work Environment / Ambiente de trabajo:
- Manufacturing/production facility with active machinery
- Exposure to moderate noise, moving equipment, and production materials
- Frequent standing, walking, and repetitive motions
- Ability to lift up to 45 lbs. on occasion and perform physical tasks as required
- Temperature may vary depending on production area
- Collaborative team environment with emphasis on safety and quality
Must wear required protective equipment, including ANSI Z87.1-2003 standard safety glasses when in the plant / Debe usar el equipo de protección requerido, incluyendo gafas de seguridad que cumplen con la norma ANSI Z87.1-2003, cuando se encuentre en la planta.
Vernet US is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace. / Vernet US es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades y anima a candidatos de todos los orígenes a presentar su solicitud. Estamos comprometidos con la creación de un entorno laboral diverso.
