Production Specialist

Manufacturing/Operations Sparks, Maryland

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Description

Fluidra is seeking a Production Specialist to join the team at our Taylor Water Technologies location in Sparks, MD.

WHY WORK FOR FLUIDRA AT TAYLOR WATER TECHNOLOGIES?

We are a leader in the global pool industry. Our portfolio includes some of the most trusted brands; we offer our customers an expansive array of products across both the residential and commercial pool and wellness markets; and we have a strong geographical footprint with operations in over 45 countries. With our merger with Zodiac, we now have over 5,500 employees and the combined resources to accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy efficiency, robotics, and the Internet of Things.

We are guided by clear values and come to work every day with a simple and direct mission in mind: To create the perfect pool and wellness experience. By staying focused on this mission, we will create value for all our stakeholders–customers, pool owners, investors, and employees.

We own a portfolio of some of the industry’s most recognized and trusted brands, including Jandy ®, AstralPool ®, Polaris®, Cepex ®, Zodiac®, CTX Professional®, Gre ®, CMP®, Taylor®, S.R. Smith® and Built Right®.

WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

• Set-up, load, assemble, label, pack or package, by hand or machine, a wide variety of products and materials for shipment or storage.

• Perform sample quality inspections and input and retrieve data within an ERP system.

• Accurately read, interpret and execute job instructions.

• Set-up, load with raw materials, operate and monitor production line operations to ensure even flow of the product.

• Perform sampling inspections to validate quality standards.

• Remove, separate, document and report defective materials/products.

• Label, package , and/or palletize finished product for storage or shipment as required.

• Assist with training and directing temporary labor to execute production activities.

• Document work completion via paperwork and computer entry.

• Perform basic operator preventive maintenance on machines and equipment to ensure non-stop production.

• Report defective equipment to the appropriate leader.

• Monitor materials levels.

• Resupply the production line and initiate restock notification in a timely manner to avoid work stoppage .

• Perform additional duties as required and work extended hours when necessary.

  WHAT WE SEEK

• Operation and maintenance of analytical tools and equipment

• Proficient computer skills to navigate windows-based systems.

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Certification/License: Able to certify to operate industrial trucks (forklifts)

• English fluency, good mechanical reasoning aptitude and proficient basic math skills.

• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook. Ability to operate Program Logic Controller (PLC) screens and input and retrieve date using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software

• Ability to operate powered and non-powered industrial trucks and materials handling and packaging equipment. Ability to control the operation of equipment or systems.

• Ability to use basic hand and power tools

• Must be able to work safely and maintain a clean and organized work are at all time .

• Able to work independently and in team environments with minimal supervision after training.

• Possess good interpersonal skills and emotional control.

  Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work at a steady pace, while maintaining attention to detail, high accuracy/thoroughness.

• Able to meet reasonable deadlines and adapt to frequent job order changes as necessary.

• Able to problem solve and make enhancements applying use continuous process improvement techniques.

• Physical Abilities: Possess visual clarity within 10 feet of the observer.

• Ability to frequently and quickly distinguish between similar numbers and symbols.

• Possess finger/manual dexterity, and arm-hand steadiness to quickly/precisely grasp/ manipulate

• Regularly required to stand and walk continuously. For up to 10 hours, may use fingers, hands, arms, legs and feet to feel, handle grip, grasp, lift, operate, push or pull.

• Safely lift by hand objects weighing up to 50 lbs carry objects up to 25lbs & push 2,000 lbs

  WHAT WE OFFER

  An exciting opportunity to dive in and begin your career with a company that offers a competitive total rewards package that includes:

• Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long-term disability

• 401(K) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)

• Health and wellness programs/gym reimbursement

• Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year

• Generous product discounts

  In the pursuit of product excellence, Fluidra takes its corporate values to heart. We implement these guiding principles in everything we do: passion for success, honesty & trust, customer collaboration, teamwork, learn and adapt, excellence and Innovation.