Machine Operator Lead

Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Kokomo•Harahan, LA

27d

About The Position

The Operator - Machine Lead is responsible for producing quality product while running continuous motion packaging, filling, and palletizing equipment efficiently and safely by performing the following duties and the ability to lead production work team. What your day will look like: Operate and perform intermediate troubleshooting on equipment Identify and resolve line bottlenecks; be able to effectively communicate equipment issues to maintenance personnel Perform product change over without assistance Perform package change over without assistance on multiple pieces of equipment Be capable of operating equipment on multiple package platforms Communicate effectively using radio devices in the shop Prepare quality check sheets and conduct pre-production checklists Maintain a safe and clean work environment in accordance with ISO Good Manufacturing Practices standards Proficient and effective use of shop floor data management systems Performs appropriate duties as assigned by management What you need to succeed: Minimum age 18 years old Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position and compliance with UNITED safety policies Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job Ability to read, write and speak English Ability to maintain a neat professional appearance within Company guidelines Ability to maintain safety and security of Company assets Ability to utilize all Company provided resources and technology High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 12 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Willingness to work weekends, holidays, or flexible schedule as required Effective leadership skills and problem-solving skills Ability to work with all functional team members Ability to maintain quality standards Ability to work independently Ability to communicate effectively Ability to climb 10 - 12 ft ladder

Requirements

Minimum age 18 years old
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position and compliance with UNITED safety policies
Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job
Ability to read, write and speak English
Ability to maintain a neat professional appearance within Company guidelines
Ability to maintain safety and security of Company assets
Ability to utilize all Company provided resources and technology
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 12 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Willingness to work weekends, holidays, or flexible schedule as required
Effective leadership skills and problem-solving skills
Ability to work with all functional team members
Ability to maintain quality standards
Ability to work independently
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to climb 10 - 12 ft ladder

Responsibilities

Operate and perform intermediate troubleshooting on equipment
Identify and resolve line bottlenecks; be able to effectively communicate equipment issues to maintenance personnel
Perform product change over without assistance
Perform package change over without assistance on multiple pieces of equipment
Be capable of operating equipment on multiple package platforms
Communicate effectively using radio devices in the shop
Prepare quality check sheets and conduct pre-production checklists
Maintain a safe and clean work environment in accordance with ISO Good Manufacturing Practices standards
Proficient and effective use of shop floor data management systems
Performs appropriate duties as assigned by management

Benefits

Two weeks paid vacation within first year
Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan
Dental, vision, flex spending
Employee Assistance Program
Company paid life insurance ($50,000)
Additional optional insurance (accident, critical illness, universal life, home & auto)
Paid maternity & paternity leave
Paid holiday & sick time
401(k) match (50% on first 6%; plus an additional annual match of up to 3%)
Exclusive employee discounts (cell phone, event tickets, gym membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, technology needs and much more)
Competitive Compensation
Fast paced environment promotes a healthy lifestyle
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