Secondary Operator Team Member

JIREH METAL PRODUCTS

Job Description: Secondary Operator Team Member

Location: Grandville, MI

Reports To: Production Lead

Interfaces With: Production, Material Handling, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering

Role Purpose

• Support safe, efficient, and uninterrupted manufacturing operations throughout the facility
• Minimize equipment downtime by providing timely assistance to production work centers
• Support production, assembly, material handling, quality, and facility activities as business needs require
• Contribute to safety, quality, delivery, housekeeping, and continuous improvement objectives
• Serve as a flexible resource capable of assisting multiple departments and functions

Core Accountabilities

Production Support

• Assist Press Operators with production activities including coil changes, packaging, labeling, stacking totes, banding skids, and product handling
• Support machine and equipment setup activities
• Assist with machine startup and shutdown procedures
• Operate production equipment and presses as trained and directed
• Help maintain workflow and minimize production interruptions

Assembly Support

• Assist with assembly operations as required to support customer demand and production schedules
• Follow assembly work instructions, quality standards, and customer specifications
• Assemble products, subassemblies, and components using established procedures
• Verify components and finished assemblies meet quality requirements
• Assist with packaging, labeling, boxing, and other value-added manufacturing activities
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and material flow within assembly areas
• Identify and report quality concerns, missing components, or process issues to supervision

Material Handling and Facility Support

• Assist Material Handlers with packaging, box assembly, shrink wrapping, and material movement activities
• Assist Steel Handlers with coil loading and steel receipt verification activities
• Empty scrap hoppers and maintain scrap collection areas
• Empty trash and recycling containers throughout the facility
• Replenish wash glove cabinets and maintain facility supplies

Quality Support

• Assist with sorting, containment, rework, and other quality-related activities
• Use gauges, fixtures, measuring devices, and inspection tools as required
• Identify and report quality concerns, setup issues, stock alignment problems, and equipment abnormalities
• Support quality improvement initiatives and corrective actions when required

Housekeeping and Workplace Organization

• Complete daily and weekly 5S activities
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
• Support facility-wide housekeeping initiatives

Systems and Documentation

• Follow work instructions, setup documentation, quality standards, and operating procedures

• Utilize company systems including Plex, Job Web, SmartPAC, and other manufacturing software as required

• Accurately complete required production and operational documentation

• Team Support and Development

• Work effectively with minimal supervision

• Support cross-functional activities throughout the facility

• Assist in training team members on job duties and work processes as assigned

• Perform other duties necessary to support customer, operational, and business requirements

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• Ability to read and understand work instructions and operating procedures

• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn manufacturing processes

• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment

• Preferred Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience

• Experience operating manufacturing equipment

• Experience using measuring devices and inspection equipment

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong commitment to safety and quality

• Dependable attendance and work habits

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

• Strong teamwork and communication skills

• Ability to identify and communicate problems quickly

• Willingness to learn new skills and support multiple departments

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, and reaching
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Continuous visual attention to production processes
• Ability to regularly lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with moving machinery and equipment
• Exposure to noise, dust, oils, grease, and varying temperatures
• Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions
• Exposure to manufacturing hazards requiring strict adherence to safety procedures

Personal Protective Equipment

• Safety glasses required
• Hearing protection required
• Additional PPE as required by task or work area

Key Performance Indicators

• Safety performance
• Attendance and dependability
• Production support responsiveness
• Housekeeping and 5S compliance
• Quality performance and error prevention
• Cross-training and flexibility
• Adherence to work instructions and operating procedures