Manufacturing Associate, Specialist (QA)
1-800-FLOWERS.COM, INC.JobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
1-800-FLOWERS.COM is hiring a full-time Manufacturing Associate, Specialist (QA) to join the onsite Production team in Bolingbrook, IL. The 1st shift runs 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with peak schedule variations, and the role involves operating equipment, loading and unloading fixtures, inspecting personalized gifts, performing light maintenance, and ensuring safety and quality standards. You will read and match labels, colors, and product details, work independently or as part of a team, and assist other departments as needed. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, ability to stand long periods, lift up to 30 lbs, and flexibility for peak periods. Tips: show dependable attendance, safety compliance, hands-on production or QA experience, and a proactive approach to productivity; highlight willingness to learn. Salary is $15/hour; actual pay depends on experience.
The Production departments create personalized gifts for our customers. Manufacturing Associates assist in a production line personalizing each unique gift. Manufacturing Associates will inspect products, load and unload fixtures, may operate machinery, and adhere to all PMall safety guidelines and standards.
1st Shift: 8:00am - 4:30pm (peak schedule varies)
Pay Rate: $15.00 hourly
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Produce goods in accordance with company guidelines.
- Operate Equipment used in various production areas assist in the production process.
- Load/unload equipment as needed.
- Perform cleaning and minor maintenance on all production equipment within department.
- Identify opportunities and recommend ideas for increasing productivity.
- Report any quality or equipment issues.
- Take direction from supervisor/manager.
- Reads and matches item label to customer’s request.
- Ability to match colors, words, and products.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently, as well as be a team player.
- Assist other departments when needed.
- Ensure all jobs are ready for equipment as needed.
- Continuously check quality.
- Reports to department supervisor or assigned POC.
- Attendance and punctuality are crucial.
- Follows company policies and procedures paying special attention to safety regulations.
* Additional Duties & Responsibilities and Skills may be required based on individual department needs
Qualifications
Requirements
- Must possess a high school diploma, general education degree (GED) or equivalent.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Flexible with shift during our peak periods.
- Maintains a clean and organized work area
- Listens and gains clarification
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn
- Will be working with your hands all day
The expected salary range for this position is $15/hour. The actual compensation will be determined by experience and other factors permitted by the law