Production Associate (2nd Shift)

About the Role

The Cell Manufacturing Associate is responsible for setting up and operating manufacturing and test equipment to produce final products. They inspect parts as needed to ensure product quality, follow standard work procedures, and apply process control methods throughout the manufacturing process. Routine preventative maintenance on tools and equipment is also performed. The associate reads and interprets diagrams, blueprints, specifications, and work orders to determine material requirements and assembly instructions. They select, align, and secure tooling and accessories on machines such as hydraulic presses, burnish/test machines, and assembly fixtures, then enter settings and calibrate equipment for each production order. Production and operational data are recorded on prescribed forms or data‑tracking systems, and quality checks are conducted using micrometers, height gauges, and other measuring instruments. Work is rotated through all tasks required in the production process, including molding, machine operation, assembly, potting, washing, painting, and inspection. The associate collaborates with other associates at various workstations to meet customer needs, explains assembly procedures, and helps maintain an orderly, safe, and clean workplace. Participation in cell meetings and other events is expected. • Set up and operate cell manufacturing and test equipment to produce final products. • Perform routine preventative maintenance on tools and equipment. • Read and interpret diagrams, blueprints, specifications, and work orders. • Select, align, and secure tooling, accessories, and materials on various machines. • Enter settings, adjust, and calibrate equipment for each production order. • Record production and operational data on forms or tracking systems. • Conduct quality checks using measuring instruments such as micrometers and height gauges. • Rotate through tasks including molding, assembly, potting, washing, painting, and inspection. • Train new associates on standard processes, changeovers, and inspection techniques. • Communicate production issues to team leaders, purchasing, engineering, and customer service. • Maintain an orderly, safe, and clean workplace and participate in cell meetings.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸equipment setup
• ▸preventative maintenance
• ▸blueprint interpretation
• ▸tool calibration
• ▸data recording
• ▸quality inspection

What You Bring

Successful candidates are problem‑solvers who are detail‑oriented and can work independently as well as part of a team. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required for interfacing with the Production Team Leader, purchasing, engineering, and customer service. Reliability, dependability, and a cooperative attitude are essential. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, and a solid work history in industrial assembly is valued though not mandatory. Knowledge of gauging processes, basic mathematical concepts, and the ability to read and write technical documents are advantageous. Physical ability to stand continuously, lift up to 35‑50 lb, and perform frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling is required. • Meet physical demands: stand continuously, lift up to 35 lb (occasionally 50 lb), and perform frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling.

Requirements

• ▸lift 35lb
• ▸problem‑solving
• ▸communication
• ▸high school
• ▸industrial assembly
• ▸gauging

Benefits

Regal Rexnord offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, holidays, a 401(k) with matching contributions, life and AD&D insurance, tuition assistance, and paid leaves. The company is a global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates, providing sustainable motion‑control solutions across multiple markets. Regal Rexnord is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and a culture built on integrity, responsibility, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

Onsite