Production Associate

Lovibond, based in Sarasota, FL, seeks a Production Associateto become part of the Lovibond team and help us in our commitment to putting customers first by providing excellent service and great product experiences.

Reporting to the Production Manager, the ProductionAssociateis responsible for ensuring that production orders are fulfilled in a timely and satisfactory manner. This position supports sales efforts by providing a variety of services, solutions, and support to existing internal and external customers. This includes but is not limited to processing production orders, running semi-automatic equipment, manual production processes, shipping, receiving, and general warehousing. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing environment and demonstrate a keen attention to detail.

• Responsibilities:
  

• Assemble and kit finished products into boxes or containers for shipping accurately and efficiently.
  
• Prepare packages for shipment by ensuring proper packaging, labeling, and documentation.
  
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure timely delivery of materials or products.
  
• Ensure accurate production information is maintained and produced to a specified schedule.
  
• Inspect incoming goods for damage and count accuracy, reporting any discrepancies or issues.
  
• Unload and place incoming inventory items appropriately.
  
• Perform physical counts, organize stock, and maintain inventory.
  
• Enter data from Production documentation or receiving into company ERP system.
  
• Responsible for meeting both individual and team productivity requirements.
  
• Perform various activities to support warehouse and production operations.
  
• Performs daily housekeeping, including cleaning and straightening, etc.
  
• Follow established quality, process, and output standards.
  
• Contribute ideas on ways to improve or optimize procedures.
  
• Maintain a safe work environment by following standards and procedures.
  
• Performs all other duties as assigned or directed.
  

Requirements

Experience, Skills, and Knowledge:

• High School Diploma or GED.
  
• No Experience necessary. Entry level.
  
• Basic math skills to count accurately and track inventory.
  
• Proficient with computers; Microsoft Suite: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Must be detail oriented and able to perform job functions accurately.
  
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions and complete assigned tasks in an unsupervised manner.
  
• Knowledge of ERP software (Traverse).
  
• Able to safely operate forklift, hand truck, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
  
• Able to repetitively lift, carry and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance.
  
• Committed to delivering results; being solutions oriented; having good organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
  
• Adept at maintaining a professional manner in all customer interactions both internal and external.
  
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment comfortably and effectively.
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dentaland Vision Insurance. Eligibility for insurance is the 1stday of the month following the date of hire.
  
• 401k program with up to 5% company match, eligible at the start of the first quarter after twelve (12) months of employment.
  
• Short Term Disability Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability Insurance
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Tuition Assistance Program
  
• Nine (9) Holidays
  
• Annual Sick & Bereavement Leave
  
• Annual Wellness Leave
  
• Vacation (PTO)