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What Is a Manufacturing Associate?
A manufacturing associate assists in the operations of a manufacturing facility and the products that it produces. As a manufacturing associate, your job duties include organizing supplies and raw materials inventory, preparing equipment, and training staff with preparation and production. You may also investigate the manufacturing process to fix any issues and ensure it meets strict regulations. The qualifications for a career as a manufacturing associate typically include a bachelor’s degree and prior manufacturing experience in a similar industry. You also need computer proficiency, as the job may require daily use of multiple software applications, along with mechanical skills to handle a variety of manufacturing tools and equipment.
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| Aspect | Manufacturing Associate | Production Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | High school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications | High school diploma; technical certifications may be preferred |
| Work Environment | Factories, production lines, manufacturing plants | Factories, production areas, equipment operation |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Manufacturing companies, assembly plants | Manufacturing, industrial facilities, production units |
| Common Search & Comparison | Yes | Yes |
Manufacturing Associates and Production Technicians both work in manufacturing environments, often performing similar tasks such as assembling products, operating machinery, and ensuring quality. The main differences lie in certifications and technical skills; Production Technicians typically require more technical training or certifications and may handle more complex equipment. Both roles are essential in the manufacturing industry and often overlap in daily responsibilities.

Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 7 days ago
Job description
Mativ is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The Company offers a wide range of critical components and engineered solutions that connect, protect, and purify our world.Â
Description:
Our QC Inspector supports Mativ’s Sustainable & Adhesive Solutions Function. This individual will perform inspections and tests throughout the manufacturing process to ensure compliance with specifications under the supervision of Quality Engineering. The shift schedule is 6pm-6am.Â
responsibilities:
- Performs all auditing and testing of in-process, and finished goods to include Retain, Coat Weight, Cure and any additional testing as required by the Product Requirement Sheet, (PRS) or Tech 11.
- Record and enter test results into the Scapa ERP System
- Perform all manufacturing audits prior to production and at required intervals.
- Maintain and organize product master files.
- Coordinate shop floor QC testing based on daily and weekly production schedule.
- Issue non-conformance report for any tested material that is out of specification.
- Perform visual inspections of materials being coated and slit/converted and immediately inform coating/converting operators of any defects.
- Interfaces with Quality Assurance and Production scheduling in the preparation and reviewing of slitting specifications.
- Evaluates product quality based on product specifications and makes appropriate usage decisions.
- Responsible for setting up test equipment.
- Maintaining inventory of QC lab MRO items
- Responsible for maintaining all related files and documents according to Good Documentation Practice, (GDP).
- Assists in training new QA Inspectors and manufacturing personnel.
- Participates as a team member in continuous improvement events.
- Maintain QC test equipment and calibration status.
- Assists quality engineers and quality technicians with gage R&R, and other validation activities.
- Follows safety rules and keeps the work area in a clean and orderly manner.
- Complies with company attendance policies.
- Issue Supplier Complaints in the ICS, (Internal Complaint System), for nonconforming raw material.
qualifications:
Required
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Q. A. or Q. C. manufacturing environment.
- High School diploma required, bachelor’s degree highly preferred.
- Familiar with basic measurements, test equipment and basic math skills.
- Medical device industry experience preferred.
- Ability to communicate and work within a team environment.
- Fluency in English both verbal and written
Preferred
- 2 years’ experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control.
- 2 years’ experience in medical device or industrial manufacturing.
- Associate degree in chemistry, physical sciences, or tech field. Relevant job experience may be considered in place of a 2-year degree.
- Able to collaborate and work well with others.
Position Demands
Conditions are that of a manufacturing environment:
- Air Temperatures can range from cold to hot.
- The atmosphere may contain dust, fumes, and odors.
- May include mechanical, electrical, chemical, explosive and radiation hazards.
Employees are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including:
- Safety shoes (steel toe or composite toe)
- Safety Glasses
- Bump Caps
- Protective Gloves, when performing certain tasks
- Hearing Protection, when required.
- Other personal protective equipment as required for certain tasks.
While performing the duties of this job the employee must meet the physical demands:
- Be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Be able to work 12-hour shifts.
- Perform repetitive tasks.
- Routinely stand, sit, hear, walk, and talk.
- Reach, climb, bend, kneel, crouch, twist, and balance, sometimes in awkward or tight spaces.
- Have good close vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
WHAT WE OFFER
At Mativ, our benefits reflect how much we value and care for each other. We know that employees and their families have unique needs, so our comprehensive benefits offer flexibility, quality, and affordability. Here are just a few of the ways we support your well-being and that of your loved ones:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Consumer-Driven Health Plan (CDHP)
- Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
- Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO)
- Company-paid basic life insurance and Additional voluntary life coverage
- Paid vacation and competitive personal time off
- 401(k) savings plan with company match
- Employee assistance programs – available 24/7 to you and your family
- Wellness and Work Life Support - career development and educational assistance
ABOUT MATIV
Mativ Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The company connects, protects, and purifies the world every day through a wide range of critical components and engineered solutions that solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We manufacture on three continents and generate sales in nearly 100 countries through our family of business-to-business and consumer product brands. The company’s two segments, Filtration & Advanced Materials and Sustainable & Adhesive Solutions, target premium applications across diversified and growing end-markets, from filtration to healthcare to sustainable packaging and more. Our broad portfolio of technologies combines polymers, fibers, and resins to optimize the performance of our customers’ products across multiple stages of the value chain. Our leading positions are a testament to our best-in-class global manufacturing, supply chain, and materials science capabilities. We drive innovation and enhance performance, finding potential in the impossible.
Mativ and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.