Eastman - Machine Operator

Mondi AG•Eastman, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for operating machinery according to safety and quality guidelines. The Machine Operator will understand and follow all safety procedures, including Job Safety Analysis and Energy Safe Procedures. They will collaborate with employees and management, understand lockout-tagout procedures, and accurately interpret plant order information. The operator will adhere to all quality rules and SQF policies, ensuring product quality and food safety. They will assess machine capabilities, set up machines for production runs, maintain machine speed and productivity, and coach other employees on production, quality, and safety. Additionally, the role involves performing basic maintenance, troubleshooting machine issues, using material handling equipment, and maintaining a clean work area. Basic math, computer skills, and the ability to read a tape measure are also required.

Requirements

Minimum of a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Must be able to lift to 80 pounds.
Must be able to work any day and any shift, including weekends and overnight shifts
Must be able to work overtime as needed
Basic math skills including ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide fractions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to use a computer and to use and understand computer software.

Nice To Haves

Previous machine operator experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Follow all safety guidelines and procedures as required.
Understand the Job Safety Analysis and Energy Safe Procedures for the position and machine.
Ability to collaborate and communicate with all levels of employees and management.
Understands and follows lockout – tagout procedures for assigned equipment.
Must be able to accurately read and interpret plant order information (POF), and complete required forms accurately and in a timely manner.
Understands and follows all quality rules and procedures and performs required quality checks on product being produced.
Understands and follows all SQF policies and procedures including, but not limited to, procedures for food safety, housekeeping, personal hygiene, and auditing.
Understands machine capabilities, in order, to determine if machine can produce product specified on the POF and ensures that all materials and parts needed for production run are available.
Performs set up of machine for production run as specified on the POF form and other set up documentation.
Ensures that machine speed and productivity is maintained adjusting as needed.
Organizes Assistant Operators and Inspectors for optimal efficiency. Coaching other employees on production, quality and safety.
Performs oil and grease procedures, replaces parts, and troubleshoots machine issues and performs minor equipment repairs as needed.
Ability to use hand truck, drum dolly and electric pallet jack.
Performs housekeeping duties in work area, including sweeping, mopping, picking up and disposing of trash.
May be required to operate forklift truck.
Ability to read a tape measure.
Must possess basic math skills including ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide fractions and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to use a computer and to use and understand computer software.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Department Supervisor or Manager.

Benefits

Full medical, dental, vision, life insurance
Shift Premium paid for hours worked on 2nd shift (3:00pm-11:00pm) and 3rd shift (11:00pm-7:00am)
401k Retirement Savings Plan
PTO
12 Paid Holidays
Monthly Incentive Bonuses
Training opportunities (e.g. The Mondi Academy)
Health benefits
Parking
Referral program