Production Associate

POSITION SUMMARY

Kelvion Inc., a leading global and domestic manufacturer of heat exchanger is seeking to hire a team-oriented and motivated individual to join our Knoxville, TN team as a Production Associate. The primary responsibility of the Production Associate will be to assemble and/or build units. The ideal candidate is a fast learner with the ability to work with minimal supervision and cooperate in a team environment. Able to perform setup and operation functions on machine and routinely performs such duties. Assists supervisor in identifying maintenance requirements. Performs all work activities in accordance with Health and Safety Program and Quality System. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF ROLE

To Demonstrate a high level of consistent, quality workmanship while performing all assigned duties and responsibilities in a timely responsible manner.

PRIMARY CUSTOMER FOCUS

To ensure Kelvion’s Standard of Excellence, which includes quality, safety and functionality, is evident in the work completed by the Production Associate, guaranteeing customer satisfaction.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Exhibit professional demeanor. Read, understand, and follow routings and work instructions.
• Read basic Manufacturing Drawing / Prints.
• All other duties as assigned
• Receive instructions and work orders for the job.
• Successfully complete training per requirements of company training program.
• Setup the machine according to the work instructions and job routers.
• Operate machine to perform production operations.
• Assist other employees in setup and operation functions as needed.
• Operate other production machines as needed.
• Seek to maximize the output of quality parts per production schedule.
• Identify improvements of methods that will increase quality and profitability.
• Identify maintenance issues as they arise.
• Provide information as requested to other departments to facilitate the completion of work projects.
• Understand and comply with all facets of the Health and Safety Program.

RESPONSIBILITIES – Safety

• To help ensure that all our employees go home safely at the end of their working day.

RESPONSIBILITIES – Quality

• To ensure Kelvion’s Standard of Excellence, which includes quality, is incorporated into every product we produce.
• Will adhere to all quality requirements that are inside of the Quality Management system.

RESPONSIBILITIES – Corporate / Site

• Follow all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to Global Code of Business Principles, Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Operational Framework

• To be part of & to promote Knoxville Standard of Excellence which incorporates high standard of ethical behavior, to promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and one team culture.
• All employees are expected to follow government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES)

• Exhibits good problem-solving skills.
• Exhibits adequate verbal communication skills.
• Exhibits adequate employee relation skills.
• Requires the ability to set, adjust and secure tooling using various hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Must have the ability to become company-certified in overhead crane usage. Company cranes are controlled remotely from the ground.
• Self-motivated, reliable and can work without much supervision
• Good analytical problem-solving skills
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Exhibits good interpersonal skills, team building and leadership characteristics
• Must have the ability to become company-certified in overhead crane usage. Company cranes are controlled remotely from the ground.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to bend, lift, stand repetitively throughout the day
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. repeatedly throughout the day
• Ability to work with hands on tedious operations

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (required levels)

• High School Diploma or GED, required
• Prior machine operation experience preferred, but not required.
• Should have basic math and reading skills.
• Prior exposure to lean-Manufacturing environment preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands, arms, and shoulders. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or

balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear. The employee must regularly hand lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.