Production Support (1st Shift)

Talan Products Inc. • Cleveland, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Support role is essential to maintaining efficient plant operations by assisting with various processes, ensuring workplace safety, and providing support across production and shipping areas as needed. The role involves executing tasks to enhance plant workflow, recommending measures for safety and production improvements, and maintaining clean and organized work areas.

Scheduled Workdays: Monday - Thursday, Friday - OT
Scheduled Hours: 6am - 4:30pm

Requirements

• Previous assembly or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, diagrams, and specifications.
• Proficient in using hand tools like wrenches, drills, and sockets.
• Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.
• Basic math proficiency.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to understand and follow written, oral, and diagram instructions.
• Efficient work ethic in fast-paced environments.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Openness to learning and adapting to new processes.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
• The employee must be able to lift and carry heavy objects weighing up to forty (40) pounds and work comfortably in a noisy and potentially hazardous industrial environment. Additionally, they should be capable of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching for extended periods. During job duties, the employee may also need to sit, stoop, kneel, climb, or balance occasionally. They must frequently lift and/or move objects weighing up to forty (40) pounds and may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and a risk of electrical shock. There is occasional exposure to high, precarious places, and specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The work environment often features loud noise levels due to moving mechanical parts.

Nice To Haves

• Previous assembly or manufacturing experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company and equipment operation safety procedures.
• Recommend measures to improve safety, production methods, and equipment performance.
• Work on assigned projects to improve plant workflow.
• Update and maintain shadow boards, audit findings, and report as necessary.
• Collect start-of-shift checklists, audit die set sheets, and ensure completion.
• Assist with process operating instructions and maintain revisions documentation.
• Maintain die set board and open/close shop as scheduled.
• Provide support in packaging, quality, maintenance, shipping, and receiving functions.
• Operate lift truck and fill in as press operator as needed.
• Enter daily labor records on timecards.
• Keep equipment, tools, and work areas clean, organized, and free of debris.
• Assist with timecard collection and review for accuracy, reporting discrepancies.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on business requirements and skills.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: We offer competitive wages along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with company matching contributions. Additionally, we provide paid holidays, vacation time, and personal days to support your well-being.
• Work-Life Balance: Many of our team members have been with us for over 5 years, which speaks to the importance of work-life balance. We prioritize your personal and professional needs to ensure a healthy balance.
• Growth Opportunities: Take advantage of our tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and internal advancement opportunities to advance your career within our organization.
• Learning and Development: At Talan Products, we believe in empowering all team members with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in their current roles and beyond. From entry-level to senior-level positions, we provide resources for continuous learning and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees