Production Associate 3

Position Summary

The Production Associate 3 operates saw and processing equipment used to manufacture vinyl window and door components. This role is responsible for setting up equipment, cutting materials accurately, and making sure finished parts meet quality and size requirements. This role will work closely with teammates and the lead to keep production running safely and efficiently. This is an individual contributor role that reports to the Production Supervisor of the department. Success in this role requires attention to detail, accuracy, problem-solving, and a commitment to safety and quality.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Safety

• Follow all safety rules and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). Including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, cut-resistant jacket, steel-toe footwear, and any additional equipment required by safety guidelines.
• Keep your work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Report safety concerns, equipment problems, or damaged materials to your supervisor.

Production

• Set up and operate saw and processing equipment by following work instructions.
• Load and position materials correctly before cutting or processing.
• Read production schedules, labels, and work instructions to complete assigned tasks.
• Help keep production moving while reducing material waste.

Quality

• Measure parts using approved tools to make sure they meet size and quality standards.
• Inspect finished parts before sending them to the next production step.
• Verify labels, part sizes, colors, and other product requirements.
• Report quality concerns and help reduce defects and rework.

Teamwork

• Work with teammates, leads, and supervisors to meet daily production goals.
• Be dependable, arrive ready to work, and follow your schedule.
• Communicate questions, concerns, or production issues promptly.
• Learn new skills and support other production areas as needed.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience operating saws, processing equipment, or other production machinery in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, production schedules, and basic technical documents.
• Ability to accurately read measurements and use measuring tools.
• Basic computer skills for production tracking and data entry.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and meeting production goals.
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Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the workday. 
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. 
• Ability to safely use production tools, equipment, and machinery. 
• Ability to bend, reach, twist, and perform repetitive tasks with or without reasonable accommodation.