Utility- General Production/Press Operator assistant

1st and 3rd shift available! 4 (10) hours shifts Overtime available. Room for growth and competitive benefits!

1st shift: 6:30am-4:30pm (Mon-Thurs)

3rd shift: 8:30pm-6:30am. (Mon night- Fri morning)

Pridgeon and Clay offers:

A competitive total compensation including a comprehensive benefit plan including premium medical and prescription coverage starting at just $5.00 per week for employee coverage, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement.
A safe, team oriented work environment with a leadership team that values your input
An opportunity to participate in shaping the success of the organization through continuous improvement and problem solving events
A positive work/life balance
An opportunity for career growth - Over 70% of our leaders have been promoted from within

Objective: The Utility assists production by performing routine loading, unloading, material handling, set-up, and janitorial duties in an exemplary manner according to company quality policies.

Qualified candidates will possess the following Minimum Requirements:

Experience working in a manufacturing environment
Ability to visually inspect parts and complete paperwork
Experience using measuring instruments (such as micrometers, calipers, fixtures, gages) preferred
An excellent work record, including attendance
Ability to lift 30 pounds
Understanding of Presses

Essential Functions:

Standard Work:

Sort, stack and inspect parts as needed for the department according to internal and external customer specifications.
Assist press operators, machine operators, or technicians with set-up of presses and machinery.
Follow set-up instructions when operating machines. Support activities in the change-over process.
Read, follow, and complete tags. Assist in verification of routers. Ensure that containers of product are properly tagged and marked with correct label including count.
Use work scheduling system to proficiently start jobs, print labels, load components and raw materials, and close out jobs.
Follow pack instructions according to customer specifications and prepare for shipping.
Properly place scrap in the right container.
Conduct quality checks per control plan, inspection check sheet and quality alerts, including visual inspections. Review part quality using appropriate boundary sample or inspection procedure.
Use calipers, micrometers, thread gages, height gages, rind gages, and other quality items.

Safety/5S:

Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures and safety regulations.
Follow all safety procedures, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Mop, sweep, change oil, change coolant, and clean around press areas and machines to remove spilled oil, spilled coolant, debris, chips and trash.

Teamwork/Dependability:

Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job.
Effectively communicate with co-workers and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiatives.
Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner, while treating all co-workers with dignity and respect.
Assist in maintaining company values (Integrity, People, Customers, Ownership, We can if...Safety) daily, through thoughts and actions

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour