Production Associate

Role Responsibilities:

• Full compliance for all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to department and job functions.
• Quality management as well as adherence to all company policy and procedure.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate and sort priorities in order to achieve timely quality results.
• Proper use of department technology and technique in accordance to applicable Work Instructions.
• Use of the systems and tools (e.g. mixing equipment, scales) including cleaning and maintenance as specified.
• Observation of the quality reporting to superior of any deviations throughout the production process.
• Adhere to daily work load and daily priority list.
• Effective internal communications within assigned team.
• Mandatory and proper use of internal computer programs (e.g. SAP).
• Lean Management / 5S.
• Pay attention to department work area and job functions reporting immediately all health and safety observations or opportunities as well as any other opportunities for improvement (e.g. work flow, processes).
• Maintain a clean, organized and efficient work area.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform all functions in Scratch-On and H/T, i.e. mixing, milling, filling, etc.
• Meet performance standards of the department (goals & objectives).
• Prioritize issues and manage time effectively, taking accountability for resolving production issues.
• Work well in a team and provide team members support and guidance when required.
• Share and implement best practices with other team members to enhance the quality and efficiency of the assigned area.
• Provide daily support in assigned area, ensuring accurate tracking of inventory levels.
• Ability to correspond with internal teams and external customers with dignity, respect and integrity while exhibiting the Mankiewicz Values at all times.
• Requires flexibility and understanding that this position may be required to perform duties outside the duties listed above in order to meet the mission and goals of Mankiewicz Coatings.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent hours in a related work environment.
• Receive hazardous waste training within 6 months of initial employment, and annually thereafter in accordance with the applicable provisions of R.61-79.262.17(a)(7)(ii), (iii) and (iv)(D) of the South Carolina Hazardous Waste Management Regulations (SCHWMR).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers .
• Experience with SAP software (preferred).
• Excellent computer proficiency (Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint).
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines and standard accepted practices.

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Requires frequent walking, standing, heavy lifting and carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling and reaching.
• Exposure to fumes and hazardous chemicals.
• Must be able to wear a respirator and must pass annual respirator fit testing.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Able to stand for 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to understand directions as provided by the supervisor.