Production Support Associate

We are hiring a Production Support Associate to join our team!

Position Title: Production Support Associate

Department: Operations/Manufacturing

Reports To: Production Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 6:00 am to 3:00 pm, Friday 6:00 am to 12:00 pm

Position Summary

The Production Support Associate plays a critical role in supporting daily manufacturing operations by ensuring materials, tools, workstations, and production areas are organized, stocked, and ready for efficient production. This position assists production teams by supplying materials, maintaining clean and safe work areas, coordinating carts and equipment, and completing various operational support tasks assigned by the Production Manager.

Essential Responsibilities

• Pick and deliver materials to production cut cells to support daily manufacturing schedules.

• Empty wood scrap bins and maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment.

• Coordinate cart collection and movement of materials throughout the production floor.

• Perform end-of-day cleanup activities to ensure work areas are ready for the next shift.

• Stock point-of-use inventory and production supplies as needed.

• Organize and coordinate tools, equipment, and workstations to support daily production requirements.

• Assist production employees with material handling and operational support activities.

• Follow all company safety procedures and housekeeping standards.

• Work collaboratively with production teams to maintain workflow and operational efficiency.

• Perform additional duties and special projects assigned by the Production Manager.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Previous manufacturing or warehouse experience is beneficial but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry 30-40 pounds periodically throughout the workday.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the production floor for extended periods.

• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Must be able to work Overtime as needed.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to follow instructions and then work independently with minimal supervision.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.

• Clear communicator who works effectively with others.

• Team-oriented attitude and willingness to support multiple departments.

• Dependable attendance and punctuality.

• Commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, equipment, and production materials.

• Frequent walking throughout the facility.

• Regular lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of materials and supplies.

• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Success in This Role

A successful Production Support Associate keeps production teams supplied, workstations organized, and production areas clean and safe, helping ensure efficient operations and on-time production performance.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Hiring Rate: $19/hour

Many factors affect actual compensation including but not limited to experience, education, skills, and geographic location

Company: Watkins Wellness

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Full time

Watkins (the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to employ the most qualified individuals for every position. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company's policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all people involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

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