Production Helper 1 - Progression 1

This position will provide assistance with production-related processes. It is a combination of the following jobs: Parts Identifier, General Helper, and Shop Control Clerk (Shop Assistant). 

• Will collect Plans (dispatch) from supervisor.
• Will record schedule, time allowed for set up, quantity, and  rates  on the Visual Management Boards (VMB).
• Will grade and collect data from the VMB and record.
• Will accurately perform identification operations on all product lines, assemblies and sub-assemblies by following blueprint and production planning specifications.
• Will assist other production team members with duties such as needed, such as holding material or parts in jigs and/or fixtures, supplying workers with tools, parts and materials per planning, and returning items to proper storage areas.
• Will maintain proper housekeeping standards in various areas.
• Will receive, verify, count and log all issues from Stores.
• Will acquire tooling needed per planning and order from tool storage, deliver tooling and parts to department specified on planning.
• Maintain tool clean and orderly tool crib area.
• Prepare/install flange caps for issues at inspection department that are ready to ship and deliver to shipping. 
• Must be accurate with the use of numbers.
• Record all trace ability information of material used and log on shop travelers.
• Responsible for assisting the department in the development of techniques to increase productivity, quality, and throughput of products and to share job knowledge in the department.
• Will maintain work area and equipment in a clean, orderly, FOD-free fashion and adhere to all Safety standards.
• This job description is not all inclusive of all duties.  Other job duties consistent with the Production Helper Job Family within the new Job Family Structure may be assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent; previous manufacturing experience may be substituted for education requirement.
• *Employees must bid into these classifications before progression is allowed to higher levels.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to interpret blueprints, work orders and production planning documents.
• Ability to use standard manufacturing measuring instruments as necessary to perform job functions.
• Must be capable of working with tight tolerances such as or - .001”.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to perform quality work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to perform routine work and understand basic planning instructions.

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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Extensive walking in excess of 5 miles daily.
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent pushing and pulling.
• Bend, stoop, squat, torso twist, reach constantly
• Sit, stand and walk frequently.
• Talk and listen frequently.
• Occasional use of computers.
• Constant use and motion of hands and arms.
• Constant exposure to manufacturing shop noise.

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The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.  Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment.  In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990, the Company will make reasonable accommodations with those individuals with a disability as defined by the ADA.