Production Associate
Safariland, Jacksonville, FL, United States
Together, We Save Lives
Provide direction and coordinate work for team.
Responsibilities
Lead a varied number of employees as determined by the work load
Provide direction to the team in their daily tasks
Actively perform and direct work of the team to produce the required product
Represent department within meetings, committees and teams as required
Train all departmental employees - Plan, assign and direct work
Maintain raw material inventory control
Inspect products to very conformance to specifications
Follows direction as provided by Production Manager
Notify Production Manager of non-conforming product
Notify Production Manager of unsafe equipment or work practices
Address staff complaints and resolve problems with guidance from the Production Manager and/or Human Resources
Additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Five (5) plus years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent work experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Energetic and willing to work in a team environment
Able to design and implement process improvements
People-oriented
Ability to use basic Microsoft applications
Why work at Safariland?
At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business. We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families.
Medical, dental & vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Employer paid life insurance and AD&D
Employer paid disability
Wellness program
Adoption assistance
Tuition assistance
Employee assistance program
Work life balance
Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)
The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling 888-469-6455. All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.
Provide direction and coordinate work for team.
Responsibilities
Lead a varied number of employees as determined by the work load
Provide direction to the team in their daily tasks
Actively perform and direct work of the team to produce the required product
Represent department within meetings, committees and teams as required
Train all departmental employees - Plan, assign and direct work
Maintain raw material inventory control
Inspect products to very conformance to specifications
Follows direction as provided by Production Manager
Notify Production Manager of non-conforming product
Notify Production Manager of unsafe equipment or work practices
Address staff complaints and resolve problems with guidance from the Production Manager and/or Human Resources
Additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Five (5) plus years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent work experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Energetic and willing to work in a team environment
Able to design and implement process improvements
People-oriented
Ability to use basic Microsoft applications
Why work at Safariland?
At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business. We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families.
Medical, dental & vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Employer paid life insurance and AD&D
Employer paid disability
Wellness program
Adoption assistance
Tuition assistance
Employee assistance program
Work life balance
Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)
The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling 888-469-6455. All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.