Located in Zeeland, MI
Pay: $18.00/hour
Job Full Description
Flex Manufacturing Associate – Material Handler / Machine Operator (1st Shift)
Pay Rate: $18.00/hour
Shift:
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly flexible Manufacturing Associate who is ready to perform at a high level as a Material Handler and Machine Operator.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, can adapt to frequent schedule changes, and is comfortable performing multiple functions depending on daily production needs.
The position offers cross-training and exposure to both material handling and machine operation, with opportunities to move between roles based on operational needs. Candidates must be confident and competent in 100% of each role and will need to be willing to move into whichever is needed.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
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Pull, pack, stage, and ship materials according to work orders and Bills of Materials
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Receive and verify incoming materials, ensuring proper placement in storage areas
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Operate a sit-down propane forklift safely and efficiently
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Build, stage, and organize parts for production as needed
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Remove excess materials, empty skids, packaging, and prepare items for recycling
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Ensure all documentation accompanies material movement and production tasks
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Set up, operate, and monitor machines such as presses, saws,, spot welders, and robotic welders
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Load and position materials correctly for each job
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Monitor machine output and production quality, identifying and discarding defective materials
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Adapt to frequent changes in daily schedule, tasks, and department assignment based on production priorities
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Assist in multiple departments as needed, covering call-ins, machine downtime, or production bottlenecks
Qualifications & Requirements
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High School Diploma or GED required
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Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience
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Forklift experience or valid forklift certification required
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Ability to read and understand blueprints and written instructions
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Basic math and computer navigation skills
- Reliable, self-motivated, and adaptable to changing schedules
Physical Demands
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Stand, walk, bend, twist, squat, kneel, and reach throughout the shift
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Frequently lift and move items up to 65 lbs
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Use hand trucks to move loads up to 200 lbs (occasionally more with assistance)
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Safely operate machinery, tools, and industrial equipment
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Visual and hearing ability sufficient for production and safety tasks
Work Environment
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Indoor manufacturing and metal fabrication facility
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Exposure to moving mechanical parts, heat, noise, and industrial materials
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Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE)
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Occasional overtime based on production needs
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Holland-Muskegon, MI
2743
660 Chicago Drive
Suite 20
Holland, MI 49423
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