Production Team Member

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

We are seeking a motivated production professional to join our fast-paced manufacturing team. This role is responsible for the full production lifecycle, including raw material preparation, precision assembly, and high-quality shipping. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, reliable, and thrives in a busy warehouse environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Role Overview & Expectations We are looking for a reliable, diligent professional capable of maintaining high quality standards in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must be comfortable with the following physical and environmental requirements:

• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended shifts and perform repetitive tasks with precision.
• Environmental Adaptability: Willingness to work in a warehouse setting, including areas with elevated temperatures.
• Schedule Flexibility: Availability to work rotating shifts, overtime, and Saturdays as production needs require.
• Autonomy: Ability to perform duties effectively with minimal supervision.

Core Responsibilities

• Material Handling: Receive, move, store, and route raw materials to assembly areas, ensuring optimal organization to minimize waste.
• Production Operations: Safely feed raw materials into machinery and collaborate with team members to assemble goods accurately on the production line.
• Process Optimization: Monitor production equipment and processes, adjusting as necessary to correct errors or defects.
• Quality Assurance: Execute routine testing and quality checks to ensure all finished products meet company standards.
• Product Finishing: Prepare finished goods for secondary processing, such as painting, packaging, or shipping.
• Maintenance & Safety: Maintain a clean, hazard-free workspace and perform routine equipment cleaning to ensure maximum operational efficiency

SAFETY & COMPLIANCE

At Steves & Sons Inc safety is our top priority. Every team member is responsible for maintaining a hazard-free workplace by adhering to established protocols and actively looking out for the well-being of their colleagues.

Core Safety Protocols

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Strictly adhere to all mandated PPE requirements for your specific station.
• Hazard Mitigation: Conduct regular inspections of your work area. Correct identified hazards immediately; if you are unable to resolve an issue, report it to management or a lead immediately.
• Operational Awareness: Maintain constant situational awareness. Remain alert to potential hazards, including moving forklifts, active machinery, and overhead loads.
• Ergonomics: Practice safe lifting, bending, and stretching techniques. Always request assistance when handling heavy objects.
• Professionalism: Maintain a professional environment at all times. Horseplay and loitering on the production floor are strictly prohibited as they distract from essential safety awareness and increase the risk of injury.

Team & Peer Responsibility

• Culture of Safety: Work together to ensure a hazard-free environment. If you see a colleague acting unsafely, speak up—we are all responsible for one another’s well-being.
• Mentorship: Support less experienced team members by modeling safe behaviors and actively training them on proper task procedures.
• Accountability: Adhere to all safety policies and encourage peers to do the same. Unnecessary risks are not tolerated; stay focused on your task to ensure your safety and the safety of those around you.

BENEFITS & PERKS

We take pride in supporting our team members both inside and outside the workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to provide financial security, health support, and long-term career growth:

• Financial Incentives: Earn a $300 bi-weekly attendance bonus.
• Retirement Planning: Secure your future with our 401(k) program, featuring competitive employer matching.
• Comprehensive Health: Access high-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with supplemental coverage through MetLife.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous paid vacation time and paid holidays to rest and recharge.
• Employee Perks: Exclusive access to our Employer Discounts Program.

Professional Growth: We are committed to your success and offer ongoing career development opportunities to help you advance within the company

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with management and team members. Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency is highly preferred.
• Technical & Mechanical Aptitude: Strong hands-on ability to operate tools and machinery. Must possess a clear understanding of mechanical processes and the ability to troubleshoot equipment functions.
• Quality & Visual Acuity: Keen attention to detail with the ability to identify defects in product dimensions, color, and finish standards.
• Numeracy: Proficiency in basic mathematical calculations necessary to track production quantities, interpret product dimensions, and monitor operating efficiency.
• Time Management: Demonstrated ability to manage tasks effectively to meet production deadlines and achieve operational goals.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team environment and foster positive relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Adaptability & Resilience: Ability to remain effective and maintain performance standards while navigating changing priorities and challenging production circumstance

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical requirements described here are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Mobility & Stamina: Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for up to 12 hours per day. Must be capable of reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Lifting & Handling: Regularly required to lift, position, and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Vision: Must possess specific vision abilities, including close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus to inspect product quality.
• Work Environment: The role is performed in a manufacturing plant environment with minimal climate control and potential for high noise levels.
• Safety Compliance: Must be able to wear and utilize all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) consistently.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: Prior experience in a manufacturing or construction environment is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Previous experience operating production machinery is preferred

OTHER DUTIES

· Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.