Production Technician in Louisville, Mississippi at Polo Custom Products

Here is what you will do…

• THIS POSITION IS PRIMARILY FOR PRESS MACHINE OPERATORS
• Operate production machinery, such as a Sewing Machine, Cutter, Press, Screen Printer, etc. to produce high quality products in the required timeframe.
• Inspect visually for defects according to Quality Systems Manual and floor inspection procedure and notifies production support if problems occur.
• Serve as a positive role model consistent with Polo Custom Product’s corporate culture.
• Collaborate with team members and Supervisor to help team achieve goals.
• Prepare and tag production parts in process.
• Use shop aids (e.g., templates, micrometers, etc.) for random inspection.
• Record accurate counts and rejects of daily production onto paper forms or the ShopTrak system.
• Rotate throughout the department/team as necessary to achieve the objective.
• Install raw materials (e.g., zippers, solvents, buckles, etc.) manually during the production process.
• Provide cost saving suggestions and ideas to improve production and eliminate waste.

Benefits:

• Retire Well - 401-k with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Work 4, 10 hour weekdays and have most weekends off except when overtime is required
• Enjoy Your Holidays - Eight paid holidays
• Take Care of Yourself and Family - Healthcare (medical, dental, Flex spending)
• See Well – Vision program, including Safety Glasses
• Be Well – “WellBeing” program provides free annual Biometric Screening, Flu shots, prizes, and awards
• Money While Learning - Paid new associate training
• Be safe in a clean, air-conditioned work environment
• Have Fun! Our great culture is friendly and community oriented!

Here is what you will need to qualify…

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in manufacturing environment helpful but not required.

Here are the skills we are looking for…

• Ability to recognize error patterns and problems
• Ability to stay focused and diligent
• Being dependable and punctual
• Ability to read and understand job instructions
• Ability to accurately use measuring devices
• Clear speaking and oral skills
• Effective Teamwork
• Physical dexterity to sew and operate machinery
• Flexible and adaptable to help team meet needs
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to occasionally lift and transport up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to frequently stand, sit, perform reaching pinching, gripping, pushing, pulling, twisting, and bending