Production Operator II - Storage & Organization

Are you looking for a new opportunity to work in a Manufacturing environment? Knape & Vogt is looking for a Production Operator I to join our industry leading team here in Grand Rapids! Enjoy excellent pay and incentives at a company where you will be recognized and rewarded!

Company Overview:

Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company is a 125-year-old company based in Grand Rapids. We are a global leader specializing in the design, manufacture and distribution of functional hardware, office and healthcare ergonomics and storage-related components for original equipment manufacturers, specialty distributors, hardware chains and major home centers.

Open Positions:

• 1st Shift: (7:00am-3:30pm) $20.00/hr
• Overtime Opportunities Available

What’s In It For You?

• Benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision plus many more starting Day 1
• Competitive Pay
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401K with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs
• Bonus and Merit opportunities

What Will You Get To Do:

• Demonstrate competency and willingness to operate multiple areas
• Responsible for achieving rate and meeting targets
• Load, hand, position, unload, and manipulate parts
• Conduct changeovers and setups as a team
• Perform all shop order functions, packing instructions and labeling requirements
• Responds to machine faults and downtime, and accurately track on data collection sheets
• Responsible for training Operator I’s and transfers
• Participate in Kaizen events, problem solving teams and improvement projects as available
• Perform all quality functions and checks as required
• Follow all safety procedures
• Keep a clean and organized work area
• Inspect parts and machinery for errors
• Use of all provided PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as required for example, hearing protection, safety glasses and safety toe shoes
• Other duties as assigned

What Will You Bring: