Production Team Member

Gentex - Zeeland, MI

Full-time - Entry Level

Zeeland, MI

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

Gentex is seeking energetic self-starters to fill entry-level production positions on multiple shifts. These positions are responsible for the assembly of raw parts and sub-assemblies as stated by the operation sheets. This role will also be responsible for the quality of the product and to ensure customer requirements are met. 1st shift hours are typically Mon - Fri 6:00am-2:00pm. 2nd shift hours are typically Mon - Fri 2:00pm-10:00pm. 3rd shift hours are typically Sun - Fri 10:00pm-6:00am. Exact start and end time may vary depending on line schedules.

Responsibilities

• Achieve department goals through assembly and inspection of small parts and/or operation of machines to produce high quality products for our customer.
• Responsible for being an active participant in teamwork toward continuous improvement.
• Responsible for performing off-line tasks including down time reporting, housekeeping, and ordering supplies.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Excellent attendance history.
• Ability to read and comprehend English or Spanish operation sheets.
• High level of hand dexterity/coordination. Some assembly processes require repetitive grasping, pushing, gripping, lifting and manipulation forces and weights up to 5 lbs.
• 20/30 corrected eyesight with color recognition.
• Ability to stand, remain stationary, and/or move about for 8 hours.
• Some positions require repetitive lifting up to 35 lbs.
• Some positions require frequent to repetitive bending, reaching, squatting or otherwise positioning the body to load and unload materials from racks, skids and carts of varying heights.

Nice-to-haves

• One year manufacturing experience preferred.
• High school diploma preferred.