Production Operator

The Production Operator plays a key role in the identification of performance issues and actively contributes to the resolution of problems and the continuous improvement of the plant performance. This is accomplished through strict adherence to prescribed equipment operating parameters, closely monitoring the performance of the process equipment, and taking action to reduce occurrences of both efficiency and/or material losses. Our manufacturing facilities are state of the art and our inclusive culture ensures you will feel like a part of the team on day one. Production Operator II is on the front lines of our success, and you will perform a variety of manufacturing tasks.

What You’ll Do For Us
• Perform a variety of manufacturing tasks, which include operating the packaging equipment and periodically provide relief for other operators, while reporting and identifying any problems on the production line.
• Utilize computer terminals, which include OIT Screen software, and utilize Laboratory Information System (LIS) terminals to track downtime.
• Perform daily maintenance checks on lift trucks as required.
• Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Autonomous Maintenance
• Set-up, operate, and troubleshoot all casing equipment, including marsh printers, bar coding systems, and print & apply labelers.
• Complete the necessary conveyor adjustments for changeovers and make minor packaging equipment adjustments.

Qualifications & Requirements
• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Previous experience as a Production Operator
• Good math and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to read, write and speak English is required.
• Must be experienced and able to learn operator OIT control panels.
• Prior knowledge or ability to run automated casing equipment is needed.
• Must possess a mechanical aptitude to be able to sequence equipment for proper start-up and shutdown, understanding machinery and conveyor controls.
• Must be able to identify line problems, non-conforming products, and employ corrective actions.
• The ability to do repetitive stooping, lifting 50 pounds, bending, and standing while operating equipment is required.
• Must be able to work a daily schedule of 8.5 hours with a half hour unpaid lunch, with overtime and extended hours as required and work any shift as directed.

 

What We Can Do For You
• Purpose Driven: Purpose driven approach that empowers our people to protect the environment and communities we serve while delivering safe & quality products.
• Global Connections: Allows you to develop, enhance and maintain global connections that allow us to move faster and learn from others.
• Community of Belonging: We are an organization that believes our ability to continually grow and build the right atmosphere where people feel safe and empowered, lets you bring your best self to work.

Skills

English Language; Mechanical Aptitude (Inactive); Machine Operations; Communication; Mathematics; English Writing; Computer Literacy; Troubleshooting; Lifting (Inactive)