Job Description1st Shift (6:30am-4:30pm) Monday through Thursday Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding job that allows you to utilize your skills to their fullest potential? Do you want to join a team of hardworking, enthusiastic and creative people and enjoy working with a company that recognizes and embraces diversity? Do you take pride working with a company that is committed to being a great corporate citizen and playing a role in producing the highest quality products and services? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then Pridgeon and Clay is the place for you...Founded in 1948 by John Pridgeon and Donald Clay, we are one of the largest independent, value-added manufacturers and suppliers of automotive stamped and fine-blanked components in the United States. Objective: The Machine Operator operates various machinery to tap, ream, form, sand, spot weld and/or rivet components in an exemplary manner according to the company quality policies. Qualified candidates will possess the following Minimum Requirements: Three months experience operating manufacturing machinery such as welders, riveters, grinders, tappers, or other assembly machinery An excellent work record, including attendance Ability to lift 25 pounds Operators are responsible for owning a set of approved calipers and micrometers(Minimum requirements are updated annually to meet the demands of various positions; employees hired prior to the latest revision update may not meet all current requirements)
Essential Functions: Standard Work:
- Read, understand, and complete all production paperwork, including inspection check sheets, quality alerts, and standard work instructions in the job books.
- Follow set-up instructions when operating machines. Support activities in the change-over process.
- Read, follow, and complete tags.
- Use work scheduling system to proficiently start jobs, print labels, load components and raw materials, and close out jobs.
- Operate machines and/or presses to process parts via standard instructions, consistently maintaining appropriate production levels.
- Troubleshoot machines to ensure both part quality and maximum production levels.
- Manually repair parts as needed according to process instructions to meet customer specifications.
- Follow pack instructions according to customer specifications and prepare for shipping.
- Properly place scrap in the right container.
- Check the Total Preventative Maintenance of the machines, and if measurements are found to be out of the defined ranges, notify the Team Leader.
- Perform other duties as required to support production as directed by the Team Leader.
- Continuous Improvement/Lean Principles:
- Efficiently utilize machine downtime.
- Participate in, and support lean initiatives such as continuous improvement events and problem solving events, identifying and eliminating all types of waste. Document cost savings, consolidate processes, and eliminate unnecessary operations.
- Suggest and implement ideas to increase personal and departmental efficiency.
- Anticipate problems and work to eliminate them before they happen.
- Quality:
- Follow control plans (inspection sheets) to complete first piece and in-process checks. Conduct quality checks per check sheet and quality alerts, including visual inspections.
- Use calipers, micrometers, thread gages, height gages, rind gages, and other quality items as required by work center in order to ensure the production of quality parts.
- Stop production and notify Team Leader when a non-standard condition is found.
- Operate the CMM and interpret CMM reports.
- Safety/5S:Follow all safety procedures, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), controls, safety devices and use of coolants.
- Identify potential safety issues and take appropriate action, bringing to the attention of leadership.
Organization/Communication/Professionalism:- Effectively communicate with co-workers and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiatives.
- Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information to co-workers and management.
- Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job.
- Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area.
- Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, IATF 16949, and safety regulations.
- Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner.
- Treat all co-workers with dignity and respect.
- Exhibit all the attributes of a positive role model (including professionalism, personal integrity, and positive attitude) for employees and managers to emulate.
- Assist in maintaining company values (Integrity, People, Customers, Safety, We Can If...Do What It Takes, and Ownership) daily, through thoughts and actions.
- In return, Pridgeon and Clay will provide:
- A competitive total compensation including a comprehensive benefit plan including premium medical and prescription coverage starting at just $5.00 per week for employee coverage, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement.
- A safe, team oriented work environment with a leadership team that treats you like family and values your input
- An opportunity to participate in shaping the success of the organization through continuous improvement and problem solving events
- A positive work/life balance
- An opportunity for career growth - Over 70% of our leaders have been promoted from withinIMPORTANT- PLEASE READ COMPLETELY BEFORE SIGNING APPLICATIONPRE-EMPLOYMENT STATEMENTEqual Opportunity Policy:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regards to any category protected by applicable federal, or local law, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or uniformed service member status.
Background Check and Release of Information:
I hereby authorize P&C Inc. or its appointed investigative agencies to substantiate and verify my past employment, previous salary history, professional credentials, academic degrees and any other necessary references. I also authorize my previous schools, employers, and listed references to release to P&C Inc. or its appointed investigative agencies, any relevant information, including transcripts, that may be requested in connection with my employment. If employed, I authorize P&C to release salary and benefit data as necessary to meet business needs. I agree that P&C Inc. and my previous employers, schools, and references shall not be held liable if any employment offer is not tendered, is withdrawn, or my employment is terminated due to falsity or omissions in the information I have provided.
Need for Accommodation:
If I have a disability that requires accommodation to do my job, I must notify the company of that need, in writing, within 182 days after I know or reasonably should have known that I needed accommodation. Failure to do so will bar me from alleging that the company failed to accommodate me under Michigan (but not federal) law.
Policies and Procedures:
If employed by P&C Inc., I understand and agree that such employment is subject to the policies and procedures of the company. I understand and agree that any employment offer I might receive is contingent upon execution of the Confidentiality Agreement, I-9 and this application. I further agree to wear or use, when prescribed by the company, safety equipment or protective devices and to comply with all health and safety rules and reporting requirements. I agree to abide by all administrative policies of the company.
Direct Deposit:
I fully agree without fear or intimidation, coercion, or reprisal, to have any compensation that I receive directly deposited into the bank, credit union, or savings and loan association of my choice. I acknowledge that if I do not provide direct deposit information, compensation will be deposited to a pay card provided by the employer.
Terms and Conditions:
I understand that no statement in this form, related administrative policies, or an offer of employment is to be construed as an employment contract, and that either party, without the other's consent, may terminate the employment relationship at any time for any reason with or without cause or notice. Any agreement that varies the right of the employee or P&C to terminate the employment relationship at any time, with our without cause or notice, will be null and void.
Limitation of Claims:
If hired, in consideration of my employment, I agree to abide by the rules and policies of this company, including any changes from time to time, I agree that any lawsuit or claim against the company arising out of my employment or termination of employment (including but not limited to, claims arising from state, federal, or local civil rights laws) must be brought within the following time limits or forever be barred; (a) for lawsuits requiring a notice of rights to sue from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, within 90 days after the EEOC has issued that notice: or (b) for all other lawsuits, within (I) 180 days of the event(s) giving rise to the claim or (II) the time limited specified be the statute, whichever is shorter. I waive any statutes of limitations that exceeds this time limit.
Confidential Agreement:
I also understand and agree that I will not disclose or use any and all P&C confidential and proprietary information that I may acquire in the course of the recruitment process, in the course and scope of my employment, as well as after my employment with P&C.Pre-Employment Background Check:
All applicants must pass a background check prior to beginning work. Refusal to allow the company to run a background check will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.
I hereby affirm that the information provided on this employment application form and on my resume is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand and agree that falsified information or omissions may result in termination from employment if discovered after my employment has begun, and that the offer of employment may be rescinded. With my signature on this application, I hereby agree to all terms above.
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