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Are you looking to play an important role on a winning team? Are you looking for more than “just a job,” but a place where you can truly thrive and have your daily contributions make a real difference in someone’s life? At Varsity Brands, we’re a growing company where you can lend your skills and talents in support of a greater mission. In return, you get to work with great people on challenging assignments that will accelerate your professional growth.
HERFF JONES, Production Associate; Head of Line – Virginia Beach, VA.
Your Opportunity:
The Herff Jones Framing Success team is looking for a Head of Line Production Associate to join our team in Virginia Beach, VA.
This is a Regular Fulltime position with benefit eligibility including, medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), paid time off, and additional voluntary benefits.
Shift: Typical working hours are Monday through Thursday from 6:00am to 4:45pm. Hours adjust as needed based on demands of the business.
Some overtime may be needed and/or required during peak season including Friday and Saturday based on volume.
Here’s How You’ll Make an Impact:
As a member of the Framing Success Team, you will work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment creating diploma frames to help our customers celebrate some of their greatest achievements. While you’ll lean heavily on your technical abilities, your greatest asset will be your drive and commitment to quality and safety. We live and work in a team environment and rely heavily on each other to assist across a variety of functions and on various machines so if you have a commitment to quality and a passion for your teammates, we want you!
What We Want You to Accomplish:
First 30 Days and on:
Read detailed work orders to determine setup specifications and efficiently set up your assigned machine
Understand and complete Final Assembly production process as Head of Line; this includes fitting the frame, mat, and glass together to form the final finished good while ensuring quality of those materials are in pristine condition when put together for shipping
Learn to operate a variety of machines (Cutting machinery, fastening equipment, and measuring tools) efficiently and safely to accurately produce world class frames
Initiate trial runs to verify accuracy of machine setup
Meet or exceed daily production goals
Approach everything you do with a quality mindset and adhere to a defined maximum scrap rate on items produced
What You’ll Be Doing On A Daily Basis:
Follow standard operating procedures, maintain a neat and organized work area
Perform routine adjustments safely while operating machines
Perform all assigned work effectively and on schedule
Follow and maintain safe manufacturing practices when working with all machinery
Maintain records of daily production, using paper and electronic forms (Microsoft Excel)
Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting
Other duties as assigned
What You’ll Bring to the Table:
High School or GED required
Proven ability (1 year or more preferred) to excel in a high production manufacturing environment with focuses on safety, quality control, and organization
Ability to learn new systems/technology with understanding some work is processed manually
Basic math skills and proficiency in taking measurements
Multiple examples of assisting teammates and working across different departments for short on long periods
Previous success maintaining a strong attendance and on time record
Physical Requirements:
Daily activity includes but is not limited to lifting, carrying, sitting, standing, grasping, reaching, kneeling, walking
Reading, communication, simple math
Standing on a fatigue mat in a specific area throughout an 8 hour+ shift
Be able to regularly move up to 50lbs
Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
THE MOST TRUSTED NAME IN CELEBRATING STUDENT MILESTONES – HERFF JONES
Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones’ products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, yearbooks, diplomas, frames, announcements, and Greek accessories as well as motivation and recognition programs. Since 1920, our team has worked alongside students, faculty, and staff on campuses nationwide to help build a stronger community and celebrate student milestones. Our continued success relies on hiring extraordinary talent, with a passion for making a difference and eagerness to roll up the sleeves, to help us write the story of our next 100 years.
Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age, or disability.
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