Production Associate I (Embroidery)

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Adidas is seeking a Production Associate I in Indianapolis to support the production line by loading and unloading machines, assembling materials, inspecting finished goods, and using RF scanners with a warehouse management system to track barcoded products. The role requires operating manual or powered equipment, maintaining a clean, safe work area, and collaborating with teammates to meet production deadlines, with flexibility to train in multiple areas and help onboard new hires. A high school diploma or GED, basic computer and math skills, the ability to read and distinguish colors, and the capacity to lift up to 50 pounds and work overtime are preferred. To apply, tailor your resume to demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, safety, and examples of teamwork and meeting targets; highlight any prior manufacturing experience and eagerness to grow with Adidas.

Purpose:  Performs a combination of production tasks including loading/unloading manual or powered machinery, positioning work, setting up and tearing down jobs, and adjusting and operating machinery. Observes machine processing for proper functioning and production of products. Loads and unloads materials, products, deliver stock to designated work areas, and cleans machines and work areas as required. 

Key Responsibilities:   

• Operate manual or powered machinery to assist in the production process
• Assemble materials and equipment as required
• Utilize small tools as needed or required to complete tasks
• Inspect finished products for defects to ensure quality standards are met
• Load raw materials to machines, unload finished product
• Transport raw materials and finished goods from one place to another
• Communicate effectively with coworkers to ensure efficient production and deadlines are met
• Utilize computerized warehouse management systems (WMS) and radio frequency (RF) scanners to process all barcoded products
• Operate hand and power equipment for material handling as needed
• Identify and communicate exceptions to the leadership team
• Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Accurately record production by task and complete any necessary paperwork
• Flexibility to train and work in multiple areas
• Participate in training new team members.
• Work safely and maintain a clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Key Relationships: 

• Leadership team
• Other internal departments

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic computer skills such as internet, Windows, ability to use a mouse and/or touchscreen
• Ability to read, write, count and distinguish colors  
• Ability to use equipment, including but not limited to:  box knife, RF scanner, manual and powered equipment • Detail oriented
• Basic math skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work overtime as needed

Essential Functions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• work in a warehouse/manufacturing environment with noise, dust, and varying temperatures
• regularly talk, hear; sit, stand and/or walk; use fingers, hands, arms and feet to reach, feel, handle, grip, grasp, lift, operate, push, pull, bend, and/or twist for up to twelve (12) hours/day
• occasionally climb, stoop, kneel and/or crouch
• occasionally lift and carry items such as boxes weighing up to fifty (50) pounds
• reliably attend work/scheduled hours

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:  

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Required to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required
• Previous manufacturing and/or machine operating experience preferred

WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive benefits including medical dental vision 401k with employer match paid parental leave education assistance and more. Opportunities for growth and development within a global brand that values diversity and innovation.

READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Apply today and be part of a team that is shaping the future of sport and retail. THROUGH SPORT WE HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE LIVES.

adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

adidas offers robust and progressive medical, including HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer funding or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) options, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, adoption, with surrogate and fertility support, short and long-term disability, and basic life and AD&D insurance, which can be supplemented with employee-paid coverage. Employees are able to enroll in adidas’ 401k plan and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match. Full-time employees are eligible for education assistance and generous Leave policies including 14 weeks of paid parental leave.

Employees are eligible to earn an annual bonus based on both company and personal performance. Employees accrue prorated flexible time off in the amount .4388 hours per day that increases with years of service, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year and Service Time Off during milestone years.

The working location of this position is Indianapolis, IN.

Though our teammates hail from all corners of the world, our working language is English.