General Production Worker

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

This role supports a high-volume manufacturing operation by performing masking, racking, unracking, inspection, and general production tasks across multiple departments. You will work in a fast-paced environment on a rotating or fixed shift, receive initial training on first shift, and contribute to consistent product quality and safe plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Train on first shift for approximately one week or until you demonstrate proficiency in core production tasks.
• Enable effective communication between production employees and leadership by sharing updates, raising concerns, and clarifying work instructions.
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace in accordance with company policies and safety procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned to support production operations, including assisting other departments when needed.
• Create cutouts from CATIA models for new parts and legacy parts as required.
• Inspect masking on completed jobs to verify accuracy and quality.
• Track jobs through the production process and move completed work to the next operation.
• Support the masking department when additional help is needed.
• Perform masking verification for new parts using the quality dashboard.
• Contact customers to obtain blueprints and CATIA models as needed to complete jobs correctly.
• Keep blueprint revisions current and organized to ensure work reflects the latest specifications.
• Apply masking tape, caps, plugs, and liquid maskants to parts based on detailed work instructions and blueprints.
• Inspect parts for damage or defects prior to masking and report any issues.
• Follow detailed technique cards and purchase orders to meet masking and processing requirements.
• Communicate with inspectors and supervisors regarding masking concerns, quality issues, or process questions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including tools, materials, and paperwork.
• Assist in other production tasks such as cleaning, prepping, sanding, packing parts, or post-processing as needed.
• Adhere to all safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment and compliance with company policies.
• As a Racker/Unracker, determine job priorities to prepare parts for processing based on work orders and production needs.
• Select appropriate racking procedures according to the size, shape, and quantity of parts to be processed.
• Hang or clip parts to racks, bars, or hoists for processing in a safe and secure manner.
• Remove parts from racks or bars after processing and handle them carefully to prevent damage.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time in accordance with company and processing guidelines.
• Ensure proper personal protective equipment is worn and all safety guidelines are followed throughout each shift.
• Maintain a clean working area by disposing of unnecessary trash, wires, and other debris.
• Ensure all hazardous waste materials are handled and disposed of correctly following established procedures.

Essential Skills

• Experience in production, general labor, or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, blueprints, and detailed work instructions.
• Hands-on experience or strong aptitude for masking parts using tape, caps, plugs, and liquid maskants.
• Basic sanding skills and comfort with handling and preparing parts for processing.
• Ability to perform packing of parts with attention to quality and protection of components.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate masking, racking, inspection, and documentation.
• Ability to perform visual inspection of parts to identify damage, defects, or masking issues.
• Comfort using basic hand tools in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Demonstrated teamwork and willingness to assist in multiple departments, particularly between Racking and Masking.
• Ability to keep pace in a fast-moving environment and maintain productivity standards.
• Flexibility to work across different shifts (first, second, third, or weekend shift) as required by the operation.
• Ability to communicate clearly with inspectors, supervisors, and coworkers about job status and quality concerns.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with CATIA models or similar 3D modeling files is beneficial.
• Familiarity with reading and managing blueprint revisions is an advantage.
• Prior experience in masking, racking, unracking, or similar finishing processes is preferred.
• Comfort working with chemicals and in environments where respirators and other PPE are required.
• Ability to prioritize jobs and organize workflow based on production needs.
• Strong organizational skills for managing paperwork, work orders, and quality documentation.
• Willingness to learn new processes and move into other departments as opportunities arise.
• Preference for candidates who are comfortable wearing construction-style footwear, especially in Racking…