Line Keeper

Linekeeper

Location: Statesville, NC

Pay: $ 20.52/hr

Schedule: 2 nd shift 3pm – 11pm plus overtime

Position Summary:

The Linekeeper prepares and maintains armature, shaft, and automated machines, enabling team members to produce high-quality parts with minimal downtime and waste. This role directly supports compliance with quality and environmental policies.

Major Responsibilities:

• Follow, understand, and train others on operator instructions for all machines in the area.

• Effectively communicate process and product problems.

• Perform machine and quality checks according to operator instructions.

• Set up and change over machines, including die and material changes.

• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on machines.

• Maintain daily charts and uphold 5S standards.

• Communicate well with team members and position associates to meet production requirements.

• Support associates by providing necessary duties to fulfill Team Leader directives.

Minor Responsibilities:

• Engage with internal departments to achieve production targets.

• Participate in company activities including IATF16949, ISO9001, ISO14001 and Employee Involvement.

• Work with hazardous chemicals.

• Requires shift work and overtime.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED (must fulfill NC State or Federal educational requirements).

• Prefer 2 years manufacturing experience.

• At least six months experience in a relevant manufacturing role preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Ability to work on, set up, and maintain various processes and demonstrate proficiency.

• Knowledge of the employee handbook and company philosophy.

• Basic mechanical skills, ability to use hand tools and measuring instruments.

• Working knowledge of metric system.

• Proficient arithmetic skills for interpreting charts and graphs.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand and move for 8-12 hours per day.

• Lift and carry up to 35 lbs. frequently.

• Bend, stoop, squat, kneel and reach overhead.

• Apply up to 66 lbs. push/pull force unassisted.

• Steel toe shoes required

Additional Duties:

• Monitor and control processes affecting quality and environmental impacts.

• Follow all instructions for the assignment, and contribute suggestions for improvement.

• Notify Management immediately of problems or non-conformances.

• Record problems to ensure corrective and preventative action.

• Assist in problem solving, containment, and process improvement activities.

• Other duties as assigned.

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