Production Associate

Worthington Enterprises

Paducah, KYJob$17–18/hrSeen 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation

$17–18/hr

Location

Paducah, KY

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

OSHA Safety TrainingValid Driver’s License

Job overview

Worthington Enterprises is hiring a Production Associate. The role involves handling and assembling parts to produce small portable cylinders, packaging, weighing, loading and unloading material, and setting up machines while ensuring safe, efficient and quality production in a fast‑paced environment.

Key focus areas include Moves material with hands by assembling, producing, finishing, or packaging the customer product, May be responsible for basic test line operation, and Package finished product for shipment.

Important skills include Physical Repetitive Work, Good Hand-Eye Coordination, Understand Quality Policy And Procedures, Read And Comprehend Detailed Instructions, Read And Understand Production Order, and Distinguish Part Numbers And Sizes. Preferred (not required): Basic Math, Computer Skills, Handle Small Parts, and Recognize Quality Issues And Problems.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Physical Repetitive WorkGood Hand-Eye CoordinationBasic MathComputer SkillsHandle Small PartsUnderstand Quality Policy and ProceduresRecognize Quality Issues and ProblemsDetect DefectsRead and Comprehend Detailed InstructionsUnderstand EnglishRead and Understand Bill of MaterialRead and Understand Production OrderDistinguish Part Numbers and SizesFollow Safety Policies and ProceduresGood Safety AwarenessEfficiency SkillsOral CommunicationCommunicationLegible WritingMechanical Aptitude

Qualifications

Stand on Your Feet for 8 Hours a DayOSHA Safety TrainingValid Driver’s License

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Join our team as a Production Associate / Material Handler. This person is handling & assembling parts in order to produce small portable cylinders. In addition, this role may package/band, weigh, and load/unload material from machines and stage material in a timely and accurate manner. This Material Handler is responsible for assembling parts, setting up machines for use as well as performing multiple tasks throughout the day to ensure safe and quality production. This position requires a self-starter with a strong work ethic and a desire to perform the duties to the highest standard.

Minimum pay starting at $17 -18 an hour, plus $1.50 shift differential!

2nd shift 3 PM-11 PM
3rd shift 11 PM - 7 AM

We offer a excellent benefits package including, Health, Dental, and life insurance, 401K Match, paid vacation, paid Parental Leave, and tuition assistance!

If you are a driven person and have aspirations for a career apply today!

Responsibilities

Moves material with hands by assembling, producing, finishing, or packaging the customer product.
May be responsible for basic test line operation.
Package finished product for shipment.
Follows bill of material in order to match product with proper packaging and skidding.
May perform finishing duties.
Performs multiple tasks to ensure ongoing machine operation.
Performs miscellaneous tasks throughout plant to ensure safe, efficient and quality production of materials.
May perform housekeeping duties within the plant when necessary.
Other duties as assigned.

Desired Experience

Must be able to handle physical, repetitive work and be able to stand on your feet for 8 hrs a day
Must have good hand-eye coordination
Mechanical aptitude a plus, but not required
Competent in basic math and computer skills
Must be able to handle small parts
Must understand and follow the quality policy and procedures
Ability to recognize quality issues and problems – detect defects
Must be able to read, comprehend and follow detailed instructions on productions and understand English
Must be able to read and understand bill of material and or production order
Must be able to distinguish between part numbers and sizes
Must follow all safety policies and procedures
Must have good safety awareness and efficiency skills
Oral and written communication skills – including legible writing
Required OSHA safety training
Must have valid driver’s license

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