Job Description:

Job Title: Production Associate IV

Company: Electro Static Technology, an ITW Company
Location: Mechanic Falls, Maine

Job Summary:

Production Associates are key contributors in our manufacturing processes.  Production Associates are responsible for operating various machinery and equipment and the assembly of EST products ensuring a focused emphasis on safety, efficiency and quality. 

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs various tasks related to the production process, including tumbling, handweaving, closing, end cap cleaning, tape cleaning, and vacuum sealing.
• In addition to mastering the core and essential responsibilities of a production associate I, a production associate II performs additional tasks to include, floating, pad printing, gluing, weaving, punch and die fiber cutting (Neff), rotary and laser fiber cutting. 
• In addition to mastering the core and essential responsibilities of a production associate I and II, a production associate III performs additional tasks to include press fit lathe, drilling, warp fiber weaver, SVP/SGA and is the quality inspector for EV.
• In addition to mastering the core and essential responsibilities of a Production Associate I, II and III, a Production Associate IV performs additional tasks to include, shipping and receiving, hazmat packaging, oscilloscope inspections, acts as the incoming quality control inspector, auto assembly, auto machining, auto etching and auto hybrid.
• Conducts quality control checks throughout the production process to identify any defects or issues.
• Assists in maintaining cleanliness and organization within the production area to avoid hazards.
• Collaborates with team members to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Follows standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• All other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience, mechanical aptitude is a plus.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks with precision.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively in a team environment and cross functionally.
• Must be dependable, maintain a good attendance record and have a positive mindset.
• Must be able to use and read measuring tools with efficiency and accuracy.
• Must be able to set up equipment in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Must be able to interpret and understand math calculating tolerances.
• Actively participates in problem solving.
• Must be able to use and operate precision measuring equipment.
• Must be able to safely operate more complex machines and tools.
• Trains and supports new team members in a manner that fosters effective learning.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and operate more complex automated equipment.
• Solid knowledge of (insert programs we are looking for them to be familiar with)
• Performs all duties and responsibilities independently.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds

Accountability:

Consistent alignment and role modeling to our ITW/EST Core Values

Integrity

• We operate with complete integrity and the highest ethical standards in all our interactions and dealings with our ITW colleagues, customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• No compromises, no short cuts, and no exceptions.
• There is no situation in which it is acceptable to compromise our integrity in order to improve business performance.
• Our reputation and credibility are among our most important business assets.  We will not undertake or tolerate any behaviors that have the potential to do harm to either.

 Simplicity

• 80/20 is not just something we do; it’s how we think.  It is our core philosophy and drives simplicity into everything we do by focusing on the “20” of any opportunity or problem that drives the “80” of the results or outcomes.
• We recognize that complexity is a major performance inhibitor, and we are aggressive in working to minimize complexity in our business processes, structures, and systems in an ongoing and continuous manner.
• Our ability to combine the advantage of large company resources with small company speed, responsiveness and flexibility is an important and distinct competitive advantage for ITW.  As a result, we will be proactive and intentional in minimizing non-value-added and bureaucracy across the company. 

Trust

• We trust that all ITW colleagues will operate with their best efforts and in the best interests of the company at all times. 
• At ITW, trust is assumed and not something that needs to be proven first.  As a result, it is essential that all of us consistently demonstrate trustworthiness in all of our behaviors and business interactions. 
• Trust is a critical enabler of our decentralized entrepreneurial culture.

Respect

• We treat everyone as we expect to be treated and value the diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences of all our ITW colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• We believe that only by having an inclusive culture and creating an environment where diverse opinions and perspectives are actively sought and freely shared can we be the best ITW that we can be.
• The best way to ensure that we get the best ideas is to engage the broadest possible relevant group of employee stakeholders around a particular problem or issue.
• It’s the quality of ideas that matter, not the power of position or authority.

Shared Risk

• We recognize that continuously evolving and innovating is essential to ITW’s ability to remain a strong, successful and growing company, and that failures and mistakes are an essential part of the process.  We believe that if we are not making mistakes, we are not striving hard enough to improve and develop as individuals or as a company.
• Once we decide on a course of action, we all take ownership and share the responsibility for the outcome, good or bad.  We share our successes and take responsibility for our mistakes and challenges as a team.
• We focus on “solving the problem,” not “pointing the finger”.

Safety Vision

A workplace with Zero Safety Accidents, enabled by shared ownership of a proactive, continuous improvement mindset that reduces unsafe behaviors.

Quality

To establish, maintain and continuously improve internal processes and controls of our quality management system to meet regulatory requirements and to provide products of the highest quality that meet our customers’ needs and exceed their expectations. 

Compensation Information:

In accordance with Maine's Pay Transparency Law, the anticipated pay range for this position is $24.30 to 32.90 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, qualifications, experience, education, and business needs. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may participate in applicable company benefit and incentive programs.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.