Mountain Production Operator - 1st Shift (Personal Services)

POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for performing various manufacturing processes which includes safely operating machines and use of hand or power tools. Ensuring quality and productivity standards are met as well as providing assistance to production team members as needed. Assist with creating a culture of safety, accountability, and customer first attitude.
Standard Work: 1. Follow PCP for part & material information/verification 2. Perform 15 minute checks when applicable 3. Collaborate with Quality Department and Production Team Leader regarding product quality and job status 4. Count, package and label product for shipment per customer requirements 5. Disposition labels and scan all product that is moved to staging, warehouse, etc.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Committed to the Mission of Nicolet Plastics LLC to be our customers first choice for injection molded and additive components.Model and promote the Values of Nicolet Plastics LLC Committed, Problem Solvers, Integrity, Collaborative.Use appropriate PPE at all times, proactively recognize and report safety hazardsUtilize work order and PCP (production control plan) for part and material information and verification.Measure/Visually inspect parts as specified in the PCP and enter into IQ Inspect.Promptly bring awareness to processing and shift leader if out of tolerance parts are identified.Collaborate with Process Technicians, Quality Department, Team/Leader, and Lead Operator on product quality and job status.Count, package and label products for shipment per customer requirements/PCPEnter quality information into IQMS system.Maintain inventory accuracy through production reporting, dispositioning, and scanning all product to location.Perform manual press operations as required.Awareness to cycle time and consistently meet or exceed them.Setup job with workflow and safety standards being met.Flexible and willing to move to highest priority jobs in an ever-changing environment.Perform assembly by hand or with light duty equipment, such as pneumatic screw drivers.Share knowledge with goal of further developing team members to promote a cross trained and flexible production team.Consult with the prior and following shift to communicate any areas that may require attention during the current production shift.Sort parts and perform value added processes during press operationAssist and overlap with other cells as scheduled.Maintain a clean and organized work area.Other duties as assigned by Lead Operator, Production Team Leader, and/or Production Leader.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES for Assembly, in addition to PO responsibilities
Proficient with all post molding equipment, in set up, trouble shooting ability and safe use.Ability to follow assembly schedule, perform work based on priorities, print work orders and labels.Setup assembly jobs to standard workflow for best efficiency to produce and meet cycle time.Inspect parts as specified in the PCP to ensure that parts meet quality specifications.Redline PCPs and work orders for changes recommended and communicate to shift leader.Inform Production Team Leader / Lead Operator when a deviation is required, applicable to producing parts in exception of PCP instructions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES for Pre-Stage, in addition to PO responsibilities as specified and/or assigned
Ability to follow schedule in order of priority, to support pre-staging.Collect items per Pre-Staging Checklist, locating at press in advance of Set Up Team, to work ahead of Set Up Team and prevent downtime.Efficient and organized presentation of items per standard Pre-Stage system.Self-directed and organized, advising production leader when Pre-Staging is complete, for re-assignment of duties.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)Strong desire to collaborate with and be part of the NP TeamWilling and able successfully perform all applicable skills as listed within the Current Checklist and/or Production Operator Career Path PlanExcellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsPerform basic arithmetic calculationsSelf-directed with ability and willingness to work independently and productively
COMPETENCIES
Safety awarenessQuality orientationAdaptabilityCollaborativeCommunicationTeamworkWork Standards
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand for long periods of time; walk, handle tools, or controls; communicate and listen (hear). The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move parts, reports, files, office supplies, etc. weighing up to 40 pounds. Be able to handle, grasp, and perform repetitive motion. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS (Continued)
Stand C(Constantly)
Walk C(Constantly)
Sit O(Occasionally)
Handling / Fingering C(Constantly)
Reach Outward C(Constantly)
Reach Above Shoulder O(Occasionally)
Climb O(Occasionally)
Crawl O(Occasionally)
Squat or Kneel O(Occasionally)
Bend F(Frequently)

Lift/Carry
10 lbs or less F(Frequently)
11-20 lbs F(Frequently)
21-40 lbs F(Frequently)
41-100lbs O(Occasionally)
Over 100 lbs N(Not Applicable)

Push/Pull
12 lbs or less O(Occasionally)
13-25 lbs O(Occasionally)
26-40 lbs O(Occasionally)
41-100 lbs N(Not Applicable)
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing environment; moderate levels of dirt, noise, vibrations, equipment movement hazards, fumes, chemicals/solvents, and electrical hazards. Occasional work in an office environment with use of computer and other standard office equipment. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, etc. is to be worn as applicable throughout entire shift.