Jobs in Maine

Candidates must be diligent about safety protocols and quality standards. We have a comprehensive on-the-job training program, so you don’t need previous manufacturing experience or specific education. You just need a strong work ethic, great attitude, and ability to multi-task.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares customer shipments for service parts, export and other shipments: staging, strapping, wrapping and labeling.
• Maintains traceability by using AIM to scan to shipment or logging lot numbers on shippers per Customer Standardized Work Instructions.
• Verifies pallets staged for shipment. Contacts trucking company for pick up.
• Sorting of returnable packaging coming back from customers logging all tote and pallet quantities on the Daily Tote/Pallet Tracking log. While sorting, conduct an inspection to ensure all packaging is in compliance with customer standards.
• Loads outbound and unloads inbound materials onto or from trucks, pallets, racks, and shelves.
• Checks in inbound raw material, assigns lot numbers in AIM, and prepares for incoming inspection. Moves inspected raw material to stock.
• Coordinates with Shipping/Receiving Supervisor to complete PM activities that ensure supplies are readily available.
• Sorting out mixed skids of components and applying correct AIM receiving lot numbers.
• Printing of Kanban labels and customs invoices for both Tier 1 and Tier 1 customers.
• Operates industrial fork truck, cart or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products. Perform daily forklift battery pm and fill out the truck log.
• Empties the metal chip dumpsters as required.
• Transports machined housings, plated housings, and finished goods to appropriate storage areas.
• Ensures raw material and Finished Goods FIFO (first in / first out) is maintained.
• Utilizes standardized work documents to ensure proper procedures for staging and receiving are being followed. Responsible for communicating shipment concerns to the Shipping/Receiving Supervisor or PC Manager to assure 100% on time delivery is maintained

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a solid work ethic and the ability to work in a repetitive, fast-paced environment.
• Must have the willingness to come to work every day and on time.
• Fork Truck Operator experience.
• High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Basic Math skills a must: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures in English.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

BENEFITS

• Excellent opportunities for advancement
• On-the-job training
• Excellent medical and dental benefits – low cost to employees – benefits are effective the first of the month after the month hired – additional tobacco free discount
• STD/LTD Insurance
• 401(k) contribution with company match
• Life insurance at two times annual salary at no cost to employee
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• Vacation eligible during your first year
• Clothing allowance including safety shoes and safety glasses
• Opportunity to cross-train on different equipment
• Paid 30 minute lunch break

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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 regularly required to stand eight (8) or more hours a day; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Very fast-paced, repetitive motion environment

Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, requires 20/40 near vision, can be with correction; distance vision, requires 20/40 far vision, can be with correction; color vision, requires both red/green, blue/violet and silver/gold discrimination; depth perception, accurate depth perception required; peripheral vision; minimum 160 degrees; and ability to adjust focus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Candidates must be diligent about safety protocols and quality standards. We have a comprehensive on-the-job training program, so you don’t need previous manufacturing experience or specific education. You just need a strong work ethic, great attitude, and ability to multi-task.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. Other duties may be assigned.

• Measures and inspects parts for conformance to specifications.
• Sets up and operates assembly lines or numerical control equipment.
• Feeds or removes material from machines.
• Removes material from boxes and places on conveyor or in fixture.
• Observes and listens to machine operation to detect malfunctions.
• Notifies Team Leader or Supervisor of discrepancies.
• Attaches fixtures according to setup instructions.
• Completes line PMs (planned maintenance) as assigned.
• Confirms that all “mistake proofing” devices are operational.
• Maintains and provides a safe work area and work in a safe manner.
• Completes hourly checks to ensure parts meet Quality Specifications.
• Submits suggestions for improvements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a solid work ethic and the ability to work in a repetitive, fast-paced environment.
• Must have the willingness to come to work every day and on time.
• Operator experience preferred but not required.
• High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Basic Math skills a must: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures in English.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

We are seeking a dedicated Second Shift Team Leader for our Assembly department. Your role will be crucial in overseeing production, ensuring safety, and maintaining quality standards. You will also play a vital role in various initiatives including 5S, Safety, and the Kaizen Shop.

Responsibilities:

Safety:

Cultivate a culture of safety and ensure a secure work environment. Report any unsafe conditions promptly.

Quality:

Conduct visual and random quality checks. Communicate any quality concerns to the Production Manager and Quality Representative.

Standardized Work:

Train and audit operators in standardized work practices.

Operator Support: 

Conduct periodic quality checks and ensure traceability. Support operators during changeovers.

Support Functions:

Utilize AIM for material and scrap transactions. Perform equipment Preventive Maintenance checks.

Tooling:

Address tooling needs and ensure 100% on-time availability of preset tooling.

Coordination and Reporting:

Collaborate with the Production Manager on various tasks. Report production rates and outputs.

Communication of Business-Critical Information:

Report any concerns that may impact work performance.

Promotion of Employee Involvement and Continuous Improvement:

Engage in principles of employee involvement and continuous improvement.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervise Operators. Execute supervisory responsibilities in line with organizational policies.

Requirements:

• Strong focus on safety and quality.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

What We Offer:

Join our team as a Second Shift Team Leader and contribute to the success of our organization in a dynamic and innovative manufacturing environment. In addition to a growth-minded culture, you will also enjoy benefits including:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance