Production Assistant

Jobs for Humanity is a nonprofit employment platform for job seekers from under-represented communities: refugees, single moms, justice impacted, LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, blind/low vision, deaf/hard of hearing, and baby boomers. 

We are led by a team of volunteers in Australia who are helping more than 6000 registered job seekers land employment. We offer companies diversity training and mentorship opportunities in order to remove barriers to employment.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Product Assistant to join our production team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating worker assignments, managing rejection handling, monitoring production operations, conducting inspections, and ensuring effective job assignments. If you have a strong understanding of production processes and a commitment to quality, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

1. Worker Assignment

• Assign tasks and responsibilities to workers based on production needs and team capabilities.
• Coordinate with the Production In-Charge to ensure effective and efficient worker allocation.

2. Rejection Handling

• Take action on online rejections by investigating issues, documenting reasons for rejection, and implementing corrective measures.
• Communicate with relevant team members to address and resolve any quality issues promptly.

3. Monitoring Operations

• Oversee ongoing production operations to ensure they run smoothly according to the production plan.
• Monitor the progress of production activities and report any deviations or issues to the Production In-Charge.

4. Dimensional Inspection

• Conduct online inspections of dimensional parameters to ensure products meet specified quality standards.
• Verify that products are within tolerances and take corrective action if deviations are found.

5. Job Assignment

• Assign specific tasks and jobs to workers in coordination with the Production In-Charge.
• Determine which tasks need prioritization and ensure that workers are clear on their responsibilities.

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional qualifications in manufacturing or production management are a plus.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality control and problem-solving.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A collaborative work environment that values teamwork and quality.

If you are ready to contribute to our production success and ensure high-quality standards, please submit your application today!