GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Production Operator is responsible for general labor and adherence to all plant safety policies and procedures. Work as a team to ensure operational efficiency by providing and maintaining finished goods readiness for transportation.
Monday-Friday 6am-5pm, Saturdays as needed
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
· Strictly adhere to all plant safety practices, codes, procedures, and programs.
· Bag filling, sealing, casing and palletizing, with ability to stand for extended periods of time.
· Visually inspect every pallet of finished goods to ensure proper packaging and quality before moving to storage or on a truck. Immediately notify Team Leader or Production Manager of any issues.
· Understand and complete the bills of lading and loading sheets.
· Ability to load product in required pattern/configuration to ensure stability in transit.
· Ensure all incoming materials are properly packaged and in good condition with no damage when unloading the truck. Immediately notify Team Leader, Quality Control or Production Manager of any issues.
· Place all safety devices (wheel chocks, safety changes, loading plates, etc.) on trailers that are being worked on.
· Follows FLRA (risk assessment) rules and regulations regarding safety audits
· Store finished goods in a timely and organized manner. Keep storage area clean at all times.
· Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
· Strong customer focus - includes the ability to balance the needs of the customer with the needs of the business as well as fostering a strong customer focus mindset.
· Speak Effectively – Speak clearly and concisely and can get the point across. Can speak effectively in front of a group.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- 3-5 years of manufacturing experience in an industrial plant preferred.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited program.
- Experience with forklift operation preferred.
- Loader experience preferred.
- Must have reliable transportation.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
· Typical plant work environment, noise level is moderate to loud. Must be able to navigate plant site including climbing stairs, reaching for product, traveling over changing terrain.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
· Prolonged hours of standing
· Occasional bending, stooping, pushing, pulling.
· Ability to lift 50 – 60 pounds
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person