Production Associate
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Production Associate
SpecChem, LLC supplies and services the concrete distributor network with quality construction chemicals that provide performance and value to the industry. We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented candidate to join our team as Production Associate in our Edwardsville, KS facility. Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm. This position follows a standard work schedule; however, overtime may be required periodically to meet production goals. Employees are expected to be available for additional hours as business needs arise.
Job Summary: This is a full-time position. The associate will operate the bagging machine and will also be responsible for packaging and stacking finished powder products, maintaining cleanliness, ensuring quality control and operating forklifts. This role requires adherence to safety protocols and the ability to work efficiently within standard operating procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Follow standard operating procedures for all tasks and equipment usage
- Operate the bagging machine to package powders accurately and efficiently.
- Package and stack finished manufactured products accurately and efficiently.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure a safe and productive environment.
- Operate forklifts to move finished products throughout the facility.
- Adhere to safety protocols by turning off and locking out equipment when not in use.
- Transport waste from the assembly line to designated dumpsters.
- Perform quality control checks to ensure that no damaged products are shipped and that no damaged raw materials are accepted.
- Prepare finished products for shipping, including shrink wrapping, boxing, and labeling.
- Stage products for loading and assist in the loading process as needed.
- Provide support in other areas as required by the production team.
Qualifications:
- Be dependable. This position requires consistent attendance.
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift between 75-85 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently.
- Ability to operate a forklift, or commitment to learn
- Quick learner, team player
- Excellent communication skills
- Detail oriented and quality minded
- Able to perform at a high level in a fast-paced environment
- Have a passion for excellence – do great work
- Prior experience in manufacturing is a plus
- Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment physical exam.
- Must be able to pass a respiratory fit test and wear a respirator as required by the position and in accordance with OSHA respiratory protection standards
Benefits:
- Competitive pay and benefits package.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
- Positive and supportive work environment.
- Work hard and play hard environment that gives back to its community
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