Production Associate III (Tower Operator) - 2nd Shift

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrates situational awareness and accountability while managing automated material storage systems to ensure accurate and efficient inventory flow.
• Plays a critical role in supporting production by ensuring materials are available, properly stored, and delivered in a timely manner within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Takes ownership of assigned inventory systems during the shift, ensuring accuracy, organization, and adherence to company standards.
• Operates Kardex and Shark tower systems to store, retrieve, and track materials required for production.
• Monitors inventory levels, performs cycle counts, and investigates discrepancies to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Maintains a proactive approach to material flow and inventory control by working closely with production, purchasing, and planning teams.
• Demonstrates initiative and supports continuous improvement efforts related to inventory processes and system efficiency.
• Resolves routine inventory and system issues independently and escalates more complex issues as needed.
• Works independently while effectively managing time and priorities to ensure production needs are met.
• Communicates material shortages, discrepancies, and improvement opportunities to leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Maintains organization and cleanliness of inventory areas, including storage systems and workspaces.
• Reads and interprets work orders, bills of material (BOMs), and inventory documentation to support accurate material handling.
• Uses computer systems to track inventory transactions, print documentation, and manage stock levels.
• Ensures proper handling, labeling, and storage of materials in accordance with company standards.
• Maintains a high level of accuracy and attention to detail to ensure inventory integrity and production support.

• Experience working in manufacturing, warehouse, or inventory control preferred but not required
• Basic computer literacy and comfort working with inventory systems or automated storage equipment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and perform in a fast-paced environment
• A team player with good communication skills
• Willingness to learn new systems and processes
• Dependable and punctual

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred but not required 

• Able to lift up to 35 pounds
• Regularly performs repetitive tasks
• Able to stand for entire shift
• Regularly possesses manual dexterity to put parts or pieces together quickly and accurately
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus