Support Associate at Ascend Services, Inc. – Manitowoc, Wisconsin

Position Summary:

Support employment manufacturing by producing customer products while assisting the setup, workflow and associate’s knowledge of safety, quality and efficiencies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Collaborating with customers, associates, and organizational leaders. Follow and maintain up-to-date knowledge of customers and ASI production procedures. Assist in monitoring equipment, tools, and supply needs. Assist in setting up safe and efficient work areas tailored to produce efficient quality products. Complete job assignments daily, including all necessary paperwork.Load and unload trucks with the use of a hand jack and/or forklift. Produce hands-on assemblies per customer and ASI standards.

Maintain a positive physical and mental workspace atmosphere. Maintain safe and clean working conditions. Respond to or assist in emergency situations promptly.Report on all accidents/injuries along with filling out reports within 24 hours, turn into the Operations Director. Promote and maintain confidentiality of customers products and coworkers.Follow all OSHA rules and regulations. Attend all mandatory training sessions. Perform any other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

Five years’ experience in a fast-paced production atmosphere with product assembling.One year in a supporting role.

Forklift, and straight truck experience also a plus (no CDL required).Experience working with people who have diverse abilities.Relevant experience in safety, quality and efficiencies.

SKILLS: Strong hands-on mechanical abilities and organizational skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrate effective problem-solving skills. Demonstrating excellent customer services. Be creative and energized by a highly diverse and collaborative environment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: These requirements must be fulfilled with or without reasonable accommodation.

Ability to stand for extended periods.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., with assistance if needed.Frequent bending, squatting, twisting, and kneeling.Physical stamina to perform active duties throughout the shift.Valid driver’s license in good standing.Must meet vehicle insurability requirements per company insurance carriers.Must pass a criminal background check as a condition of employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moving machinery, tools, and equipment.Required use of PPE as defined by company policy.Work may involve varying temperatures, noise levels, and repetitive motions.