Production Associate-Manufacturing

Job DetailsJob Location: Western Industries Plastic Products - Winfield, KS 67156Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: NoneJob Shift: 8 Hour - Day ShiftJob Category: ManufacturingShift Openings – 8-hour shift schedules! Monday – Friday or Tuesday-Saturday schedules (overtime as needed). Starting range $15.00 - $18.50 per hour depending on experience and assigned shift.   Our Production Associates are responsible to produce high-quality plastic products from blow mold machinery in accordance with company standards. This role involves performing precise trimming, conducting quality inspections, packaging finished products, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The Production Associate plays a key role in ensuring that production goals are met efficiently and safely.   Summary of Job Duties Receive and accurately trim molded parts from extractor using hand and/or power tools. Identify and report non-conforming products to supervisor. Complete assigned rework as necessary. Box, package or pallet finished products and label with accurate counts and required information. Maintain cleanliness of work areas.   Work Environment This position is performed on the production floor in a manufacturing setting, which may include exposure to: Extreme heat. Moderate to loud noise levels (with proper PPE provided). Industrial equipment such as motors, grinders, compressors, CNC machines, and other production machinery.   Physical Demands Standing and walking for long periods of time. Frequent pushing, pulling, grasping, bending, overhead reaching, and repetitive motions. Occasional climbing, stooping, and crouching. Lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 80 lbs. Ability to use small hand tools and power tools Required use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)       Benefits (Waiting periods apply) Medical, Dental, Vision Company provided life insurance Voluntary Life/AD&D options including dependent plans. 401(K) enrollment after 60 days of employment with company match Weekly pay! Ten paid holidays! QualificationsRequirements Ability to lift & carry up to 80 pounds. Ability to work in production setting that does experience heat and moderate to loud noise levels. Ability to trim parts/products as directed by work instructions using hand tools and/or power tools. Ability to follow work instructions following quality specifications. Perform quality checks to meet company standards and identify non-conforming parts/products. Six months experience in production/manufacturing, preferred. Experience performing physically demanding work.   Work Authorization/ Security Clearance Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.     Complete online application at westernind.com/careers or visit us at our Employment Center, Apply at www.westernind.com/careers or visit us at our Employment Center – 22167 C Street –  Winfield, KS Western Industries Plastic Products, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer