Production Operator - Days

Job Description

The Production Operator is responsible for leading machine set ups and changeovers, problem-solving making decisions on machine adjustments, inspecting and packaging finished products to customer specifications and/ or operating various coating or finishing equipment.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to:

• Perform routine set-up and change over of machine
• Run orders per product specifications and standard practices. This may include sorting, labeling, and packaging products per customer specifications, quality requirements, and standard practices
• Maintain work area with necessary supplies to complete processes
• Perform tests and check products routinely for multiple characteristics using standard measuring devices and making some judgments against not readily measurable standards. Routine checks may include inspecting the general appearance of the product.
• Meet production schedules and program production sequences for optimal productivity.
• Follow standard operating procedures and specifications or instructions of higher level technical personnel and monitor meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls and guidelines to ensure adherence to production/process specifications.
• Report any malfunctions or abnormalities and make minor adjustments and repairs to equipment.
• Maintain production records and logs of equipment and product performance.
• Adjust set up and process operations accordingly.
• Follow all health, safety, and housekeeping procedures, policies and practices and consistently work in a safe manner with regard to self, co-workers, and manufacturing systems.
• Understand and implement the quality standard procedures
• Participate in group problem-solving teams and continuous improvement activities.
• Communicate and coordinate necessary information to appropriate shift/department personnel to ensure effective operations
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• Must be able to follow written and oral instruction.
• Must regard safety as a core value; must serve as a role model for other employees and encourage adherence to safety practices, policies and procedures.
• Must have strong service and quality focus; address issues effectively when problems arise and take initiative to understand root cause, then communicate / educate the team in a timely manner.
• Must be able to actively contribute in a team based environment; encourage open communication and positive interaction with peers and management to effectively reach a common goal.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in essential tasks of the job and a willingness to learn and share knowledge; must take initiative to cross-train and sustain acquired skills.
• Must have demonstrated a record of flexibility and dependability in order to support production and customer focus.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime, including short-notice requests.
• Must demonstrate proficiency with computer applications, especially strong Oracle transactional skills.
• Must be able to obtain Forklift Operator’s license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Additional Information

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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