JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Associate
DEPARTMENT: Fabrication / Finishing
REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor
FLSA STATUS: Hourly Non-Exempt
COMPANY OVERVIEW: LogistiQ is a dynamic and rapidly growing conveyor system integrator dedicated to providing turn-key innovative solutions to the retail, e-commerce & distribution markets. In our 750,000 sq. ft. facility located in Port Clinton, Ohio, you will find a team of innovators dedicated to building solutions that solve our customers’ evolving needs. At LogistiQ, our core values of integrity, innovation, accountability, and collaboration are the cornerstones of our success. Integrity is at the heart of everything we do, ensuring honesty and transparency in our actions. Innovation drives us to constantly seek creative solutions and push the boundaries of what's possible. Accountability means we take responsibility for our work and uphold the highest standards. Collaboration fuels our collective strength, bringing together diverse perspectives to achieve common goals. By embracing these values, we foster a culture that not only delivers exceptional results but also makes LogistiQ a great place to work.
JOB SUMMARY: The Flexible Workforce Associate supports multiple production departments including Fabrication and Finishing. This role is responsible for operating fabrication machinery, assisting with mechanical assembly, powder coating operations, material handling, and ensuring product quality throughout the manufacturing process. The ideal candidate is adaptable, safety-focused, and able to flex between departments based on production needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
- Operate various types of fabrication machinery including but not limited to saws, lasers, press brakes, tube lasers, shears, and automated bend cells
- Assist with machine setups and basic programming functions
- Perform mechanical assembly as instructed/trained
- Ensure product quality by meeting engineering specifications
- Load and unload powder coat line and fabrication equipment
- Paint products using powdered paint equipment and airless spray guns
- Mask off and prepare equipment for powder coating
- Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on fabrication and paint equipment
- Organize paperwork and ensure proper identification of products
- Maintain safe work practices and follow all company procedures/processes
- Operate hand tools, power tools, forklifts, cranes, and other equipment as trained/certified
- Complete preventative maintenance tasks as assigned
- Flex between departments and trained workstations based on production demands
- Other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to operate multiple types of manufacturing machinery and equipment
- Basic troubleshooting skills and ability to maintain quality standards with minimal assistance
- Ability to work independently and adapt to changing departmental needs
- Ability to read tape measures within 1/16 inch
- Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
- Ability to convert decimals to fractions and fractions to decimals
- Basic computer and data entry skills including printing documents
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings preferred
- Understanding of calibration equipment including micrometers and calipers preferred
- Ability to safely use hand tools and power tools
- Must have basic reading and writing skills in the English language
- Ability to pass math and measurement assessments
- Company-issued forklift and crane certifications may be required
- Successful completion of 90-day probationary period
- Ability to wear required PPE including respirators and dust masks when necessary
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Manufacturing, fabrication, powder coating, or related industrial experience preferred
- Experience operating fabrication machinery or powder coat equipment preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Frequently required to stand, walk, bend, lift, and move throughout the facility
- Frequently lift and/or move objects up to 100 pounds
- Regular use of hands, arms, and repetitive motions
- Ability to operate machinery, tools, forklifts, and heavy equipment
- Ability to work in noisy, fast-paced manufacturing environments with fluctuating temperatures
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and paint materials requiring PPE
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:Activity NeverOccasionallyConstantlyAscending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like. Moving to different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight & confined spaces. Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. Adjusting or moving objects in all directions. Communicating with others to exchange information. Repeating motions that may include wrists, hands and/or fingers. Operating machinery and/or power tools. Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment. Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, noisy environments, hazardous conditions, and seasonal temperature fluctuations. Proper PPE must be worn as required.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT: LogistiQ firmly believes in equal employment opportunity for all and the importance of each employee as an individual. It is the policy of LogistiQ that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, religion, creed, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, political ideology, ancestry, the presence of any physical, sensory, or mentaldisabilities, or other legally protected status. It is the policy of LogistiQ that we will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, political ideology, ancestry, the presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disabilities, or other legally protected status, and we will ensure that all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements. A strong commitment from each employee is necessary to ensure equal employment opportunity for all.
NOTE: This Job Description may be modified due to business necessity.
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
