Production Operator 2nd Shift Pack Line

Job Summary:

The Production Operator I will work in a production-based team setting to assemble and produce American Battery Solutions (ABS) battery pack systems to meet customer requirements and expectations. The Production Operator is charged with assisting operations in the launch and assembly of new products.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble products to customer requirements and company goals.
• Meet takt and cycle time throughput expectations and standard work for each assigned operation.
• Apply basic wastereduction practices that support Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) and First Time Yield (FTY).
• Participate when required in Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and work instruction reviews.
• Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing scrap lowering costs and improving efficiency. Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Follow all work instructions standard operating procedures Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and documented processes for assigned tasks or stations.
• Participate in safety activities (e.g. safety observations GEMBA walks) and contribute ideas for improving 6S or ergonomics.
• Complete all required safety training and consistently comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Support weekend and off shift work as required.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations.
• Adhere to all company policies processes and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested directed or assigned.
• Predictable and reliable attendance.

Position Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Manufacturing experience required.
• Experience in electrification assembly line/high voltage/electrical component handling/battery manufacturing preferred.
• Knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 9001 or IATF16949.
• Successfully meet the 30/60/90-day Review.
• Minimum of ninety (90) days of training and a total of 960 hours.
• Successfully pass Competency Knowledge Check on four (4) competencies: Safety Teamwork Quality & Decision Making.
• Successfully meet the requirements of the Observation Checklist.
• Meet required hours for the operations outlined within the Production Operator Advancement process.
• Equivalent external experience will be considered.
• Successful completion of all required training and qualification requirements is expected within a defined training period.
• Basic problem-solving capabilities for troubleshooting issues in the production environment.
• Demonstrates ongoing awareness and understanding of process changes updates and related work instructions within work areas.

Key Competencies:

• Focuses on Quality: Drives work results with a quality focus on actions and results.
• Continual Improvement: Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results.
• Takes Initiative: Exhibits strong drive for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
• Working Safely: Demonstrates safe behaviors. Aware of potential risks and threats in the workplace.
• Delivers Results: Achievement-oriented feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time if not before.
• Teamwork: Works cooperatively with others to accomplish team goals and organizational objectives.
• Communications: Exchanges thoughts feelings and information effectively.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud.
• Prolonged periods of standing.
• May be required to recognize small numbers letters symbols colors on prints and/or operate field instruments/equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Able to continuously stand bend squat and reach.
• Able to complete physically demanding work.
• Excellent depth perception and reaction time.
• Prolonged periods of standing walking bending and stretching.
• Must be able to bend lift stretch stoop push pull stand and carry as needed to inspect service and operate machinery equipment and gauges.
• Must be able to maintain attention for long periods of time.
• The ability to respond quickly to sounds.
• The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
• Visual acuity to read instructions operate machines and inspect parts produced.
• Must have good hand/eye coordination.
• The ability to pass a human performance evaluation/physical assessment.