Production Operator

JOB TITLE: OperatorProductionJOB DESCRIPTION:The Operator performs manual labor along a production line. Operates and troubleshoots production line machinery. May perform minor repairs as necessary. Efficiently performs tasks while keeping safety and quality first.Working Conditions and Physical requirements include: Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment and involve work around operating equipment. Working a rotating 12-hour or 8-hour shift schedule or future scheduling option is required. Work involves frequent lifting of materials up to 55 lbs. Standing for extended periods, bending, crouching, walking, reaching, climbing ladders and stooping, and repetitive use of hands, wrists, and forearms. Use of personal protection equipment (PPE) is required, including safety glasses and steel toe shoes, and, when required and/or appropriate, gloves, heat protective equipment and suits, Tyvek suits, dust mask, respirator, and other PPE as determined appropriate. Loose fitting clothing and jewelry are not permitted. Work involves continuous work which cannot be easily or economically interrupted for breaks except at regularly scheduled intervals. Responsible for quality control. Make adjustments as necessary to produce product within specification and reject product outside of specifications. Satisfactory pulmonary fitness testing and maintenance of personal hygiene for use of respirator and breathing protection equipment is required. Attach identification labels to finished items, or cut/print stencil information for packaging. Perform a combination of manual and/or automated tasks necessary to efficiently produce, package. Store and ship the product. Clean and make minor adjustments to machinery such as opening or closing valves. Regulate machine flow, speed or temperature. Safely operate within standard operating procedures, (SOPs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs). Troubleshoot production line machinery. Safely operate a forklift to load, stack and warehouse palletized product. Perform equipment change-overs. Assemble boxes, Replenish packing supplies such as boxes or labels. Clean and maintain work areas. Weigh finished products verifying and adjusting weight to meet specifications. Accurately complete necessary paperwork for production, packaging, shipping, warehousing and deliver to the proper person as required. Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) on production line machinery. Perform back up for warehouse Provide on-the-job training for new employees Other Duties as assignedKnowledge and Skill requirements include: A High School diploma or equivalent is required. Good reading, writing, and arithmetic skills are required. WorkKeys testing required. Ability to follow direction effectively. Must be able to operate independently within a team environment. Must pay close attention to detail. Ability to lift up to 55 LBS required. Manual dexterity required for operating machinery. Good mechanical aptitude Forklift operation experience is preferred.