Production Associate

Location: Beecher, IL

Compensation: $20.93 per hour

Shift: 1st Shift - Overtime as needed

Position Summary

While reporting to the Production Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for packing products in a quick, safe, and efficient manner. Excellent attendance is crucial to the team's success. This role requires a proven ability to perform in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, collaborate across departments, identify defects on the packing line, and maintain a strong commitment to quality and safety standards. You will take pride in your hands-on abilities, analytical thinking, organizational skills, and attention to detail while supporting ThermoSafe’s operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Safety is the #1 priority at all times

• Pack products accurately and efficiently to meet production requirements.
• Collaborate closely with production teams and other departments.
• Maintain a high regard for 5S and workplace organization standards.
• Troubleshoot production issues and respond effectively to changing situations.
• Monitor and report on the quality of manufactured products.
• Consistently move product and place it in designated pack-out locations throughout the shift.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area at all times.
• Perform all duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.
• Support ThermoSafe’s quality and safety policies and procedures.
• Assist other departments as needed to meet operational demands.
• Work overtime as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Strong sense of urgency with a "get it done" attitude.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as required.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of manufactured products and quality requirements.
• Reliable, committed, self-motivated, and quality focused.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions.
• Ability to perform repetitive duties, including climbing stairs and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to work quickly while maintaining craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Preferred

• Previous forklift certification and experience safely operating a forklift.
• Experience with 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience supporting quality and safety programs in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to identify defects and maintain high quality standards.