What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Associate position at Athena AG?
Job Title: Production Associate
Job Overview: The Production Associate is responsible for assembling, filling, packaging, and palletizing Athena products per the daily production schedule. This position reports to the Production Supervisor.
Job Description and Responsibilities:
The job duties include, but are not limited to:
- Operates filling and packaging machinery to fill, cap, seal, label, and package Athena products.
- Builds, wraps, and secures Athena products to pallets.
- Prints and labels packages and pallets.
- Operates machinery, production, and assembly line equipment safely.
- Operates forklifts and pallet jacks safely.
- Regularly cleaning and maintenance to machinery and production floor.
- Follows all quality control (QC) requirements.
- Understand ISO 9001:2015 requirements and get trained on AOPs (Athena Operating Procedures) relevant to your work area and adhere to the AOP requirements while executing your daily tasks.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records (Checklists, data logging, etc.) as required. Flag any quality issues to the immediate Manager.
- Logs work order data in the WMS and related spreadsheets.
- Uses an RF scanner to build and report work orders.
- Maintains a clean, organized, and hazard-free workstation.
- Follows health and safety standards and protocols.
- Carries out general warehouse and production tasks on time.
- Performs other tasks as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- 2 years of warehouse or manufacturing experience.
- 1 years of experience operating forklifts. Certification preferred.
- Must be mechanically inclined.
- Must be willing to learn and open to cross-training.
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations (e.g., add, subtract, multiply, divide).
- Knows how to use warehouse equipment (e.g., manual, and electric power tools, conveyors., stretch wraps, PPE, power tools, and others).
- Experience with ERP and WMS (RF Scanning software).
- Proficient in processing and spreadsheet software.
- Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check and drug test.
- Must have reliable means of transportation for daily work commute.
- Must have a valid U.S. Driver's License.
Required Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong work ethic.
- Highly organized. Outstanding attention to detail.
- Motivated self-starter.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Quick learner.
Work Environment:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Prolonged periods standing at the production line, heavy lifting, and/or sitting on forklifts.
- Ability to perform the following physical tasks: sitting, standing, stooping, stretching, walking, bending, twisting, reaching, performing repetitive motions, climbing stairs and ladders, and carrying boxes.
- Must be able to lift 75lbs at a time.
We strive to cultivate a work environment where differences are celebrated, and employees of all backgrounds are empowered to thrive. Athena Ag. is committed to driving Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) for all stakeholders: employees (at each organization level), employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate. Diversity is core to who we are and critical to our work in health and wellbeing.
Aside from a benefits package that is a cut above the rest, you will gain access to an award-winning company culture. Want to see for yourself?
With Athena, you will gain access to:
Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Work life balance Paid time off (PTO)
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Supplement Insurance
- Competitive salary based on experience
Work Location: On-Site (Monday Friday)
Address: 8760 Younger Creek Drive
Sacramento, CA 95828