Production Associate - 3rd shift - Whelen Engineering : Job Details

Production Associate - 3rd shiftDepartment: Automation Cell (135)Employment Type: Full TimeLocation: Chester, CTDescriptionJob Title: Production Associate - 3rd shiftSchedule: Sunday - Thursday 11:30pm-7:00amFacility location: Chester, CTDetails:Duties & Responsibilities:Assemble variety of emergency warning lights and sirens.Use basic tools/equipment to assemble product or build parts.Bag finished product for shipment processing.Operate basic assembly machinery.Applies basic and some intermediate skills to perform functions in the execution of existing procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to the position within assigned area.Resolves routine questions and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher levels.Must be able to distinguish colors.Must be able to use simple electrical test equipment and follow written test procedures.May be trained to operate some assembly related light equipment.Knowledge of production procedures.Ability to read and interpret drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, or reports.Basic computer literacy.Understands and adheres to the company quality standards.Performs other related duties as assigned.Scope:Entry-level job with little or no prior relevant experience.Work is prescribed and completed with close supervision and little autonomy.Education:High School diploma and or equivalent preferred but not required.Physical demands & Abilities:Able to lift up to 35 pounds.Position will require sitting, walking, or standing for at least 40 hours per week.Regularly performs repetitive tasks.Able to stand for entire shift.Overtime as required.Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and third parties. This ability to communicate requires the employee to be conversant in English as most of our workforce and the third parties that we encounter only speak English.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.All Employees Shall:Comply with the EH&S Policy and applicable regulatory and company EH&S rules and requirements.Report to supervision conditions or practices that are either unsafe or that may adversely impact the environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards.Attend scheduled EH&S training program.Actively support the organization's efforts to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plans.Recommend improved EH&S practices.The incumbent is responsible for complying with the policies in Whelen's Employee Handbook  .This Job Description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion. Nothing in this position description changes or is intended to change the employment at-will relationship with the Company. Employment at-will means that an employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason or no reason at all, with or without notice.Whelen Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.#J-18808-Ljbffr