Evening Production Operator - (Evening Tapes)

Carboline•Columbus, GA

About The Position

The Production Operator starts, troubleshoots, and safely operates manufacturing equipment, including industrial blenders, according to the established production schedule. Production Operators are classified at Level I, II, or III based on experience, ability to assume different plant-floor roles, and demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve machine issues independently to support efficient cycles and minimize downtime. The role requires following safety rules and standard work procedures, maintaining product quality and production output, and completing inspections, cleaning, and production documentation. No formal education, prior experience, or training is required. The employee must be able to perform the physical demands described in the posting and work effectively as part of a team.

Requirements

No formal education required.
No prior experience or training required.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to function effectively in a team setting.
Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail.
Reliability, flexibility, and dependability.
Demonstrated ethical and professional business behavior.

Responsibilities

Work safely by following written and verbally communicated safety rules and procedures.
Follow standard work procedures to operate and maintain assigned machines.
Meet or exceed production output rates according to standards.
Ensure products meet tolerances and specifications and conduct routine quality inspections.
Understand production instructions and read and follow work orders and formulas to meet specifications and schedules.
Maintain accurate paperwork and record operational and production data on required forms and production documents.
Inspect equipment, structures, and materials for problems or defects before production to ensure a clean, clear, and safe work environment.
Examine, weigh, or measure materials, ingredients, and products according to requirements and quality standards.
Add and mix raw materials according to specifications; transfer materials, supplies, and products between work areas; and discharge blender powder when necessary.
Ensure blended products meet quality and conformity standards.
Set up, clean, sanitize, and verify equipment operation before, after, and between production runs.
Complete cleaning logs and notify quality control for hygiene testing.
Report malfunctions to a supervisor and confirm proactive and routine maintenance.
Conduct ongoing assessments of quality-control and operational procedures.
Complete and maintain required training, execute ISO authority and responsibility, and report suspected violations.
Observe safety procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and properly use and maintain equipment and materials.