Woodstream has a rich history of over 150 years and we are an essential, life sustaining business. We provide pest & animal control products that destroy disease carrying insects & rodents. We provide a safe work environment including screening, social distancing and sanitation processes.
We have an immediate opportunity at our Knoxville, TN Manufacturing Plant
5360 N. National Drive Knoxville, TN 37914
Assembler/Operator 1st shift
Our Benefits Are Exceptional and Include:
- Bonus Programs
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurances
- 401k with Company Match
- Paid Basic Life & Disability Insurance
- Parental Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Insurance Options
- ID Theft & Legal Assistance Plan Options
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
SCOPE & BASIC FUNCTION: An Assembler/Operator is responsible for safety, quality and throughput in a part assembly operation and capable of optimizing equipment and/or processes in various work activities. An AO will participate in solving problems and implementing solutions in a team based environment to increase Woodstream’s productivity. An AO is an integral part of the production team. Their success will be determined by the positive way in which they communicate, cooperate, interact, and contribute towards achieving work center goals and objectives.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:The size, nature, and seasonal requirement of the Assembly operation in TN requires a high level of flexibility and efficiency.
There are (4) areas of concentration in which AO’s operate. Assembler/Operators are required to demonstrate a standard level of proficiency in at least (1) or more areas of concentration after one year of employment and (2) or more areas after two years.Energizer Builder:
- Build units consistently within process specifications and at a throughput rate that meets or exceeds documented standards.
- Produce parts and/or product that meet or exceed the specified quality requirements.
- A successful Builder has demonstrated capability and is a certified builder of at least 75% of all units available for production.
- Perform efficient setups and changeovers as per the production schedule.
- Work with other Builders and Supervisors in identifying and implementing ways to maximize throughput, safety, and quality of products or processes
Accessories Builder:
- Build Accessories products consistently within process specifications and at a throughput rate that meets or exceeds documented standards.
- Produce parts and/or product that meet or exceed the specified quality requirements.
- Packs and palletizes units as per product specifications and at a throughout rate that meets or exceeds documented standards.
- A successful Accessories Builder has demonstrated capability and is a certified builder of at least 75% of all Accessories units available for production.
- Perform efficient setups and changeovers as per the production schedule.
- Work with other Builders and Supervisors in identifying and implementing ways to maximize throughput, safety, and quality of products or processes.
QC Tester/Packer:
- Collect units from Builders for testing..
- Inspects and test units, including UL test units as defined by product specifications, at a throughout rate that meets or exceeds documented standards.
- Folds inserts and information booklets and prepares other materials for packaging at a standard throughput rate.
- Packs and palletizes units as per product specifications and at a throughout rate that meets or exceeds documented standards.
Sub assembler/Operator:
- Load materials and operate equipment (wire machines, drill/punch presses, etc) to produce subassembly components within process specifications and at a throughput rate that meets or exceeds documented standards.
- Produce parts and/or product that meet or exceed the specified quality requirements.
- Perform daily machine inspections and maintenance as per operator task list.
- Perform efficient setups and changeovers as per the production schedule
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Maintain and support continuous operations in accordance with work center schedules.
- Maximize machine efficiency and throughput, and when appropriate, seek assistance for equipment failure.
- Interact with others towards accomplishment of team goals/objectives
- Participate in cross training program and support to co-workers as needed. Integrate temporary employees into duties as required.
- Participate in identifying problems, suggest improvements and participate where appropriate in implementation of solutions.
- Operate in a safe manner and comply with safety policies and procedures at all times
- Maintain work area in a neat and orderly way, during and at end of shift.
- Record and maintain any data related to work activity in a concise, accurate way, and communicate appropriately.
- Will assist in operations in any which way deemed essential to meet production requirements.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/OTHER SKILLS:
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Basic mathematical skills
- Basic problem solving skills
- Basic mechanical aptitude
