Production Associate

This job posting is for a Stacker/Feeder position at our Chicago Sheet plant located at 5555 W 73rd St. Bedford Park, IL 60638.
 
Position is for 2nd Shift (3:00PM - 11:00PM) or 3rd Shift (11:00pm - 7:00am)

Principle Accountabilities: 

Work as part of a team in support of a manufacturing operation with a goal of increasing productivity; decreasing downtime and waste.

Assume active role in overall plant and facilities-related work.

Position requires assisting all jobs on the plant floor.

Follow all company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.

Maintain shop and shop equipment per 5S Standards.

Other duties as assigned.

May be required to stack parts up to 30 lbs.for a period of up to 12 hours.

Basic Qualifications: 

High School Graduate or GED.

Be passionate about maintaining a safe work environment.

Experience in manufacturing environment

Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Must be willing to work 2nd or 3rd shift. 

Must have a good attendance record.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a packaging environment is preferred. 

Possess an understanding that temperatures and volumes of work may vary.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Must be willing to work closely on a day-to-day basis with other production personnel.

Ability to share ideas with others to solve problems of essential importance.

Excellent communication skills.

Thrive in a cross-functional team environment.

Work with a sense of urgency to reduce downtime of machines.

Strong verbal communication skills.

Ability to work in a fast paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.