Machine Operator 12 hour rotating Day shift

Agru America Inc • Fernley, NV

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About The Position

Agru America, Inc., is a global corporation which has been manufacturing plastics for over 70 years. Since 1988, Georgetown, South Carolina-based Agru America, Inc. has been the world’s leading manufacturer of plastics and geosynthetics. We are growing our team and are looking for motivated individuals.

What we offer
· Medical coverage with BCBS.
· Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability and Group Life Insurance with Mutual of Omaha.
· As a benefit to our employees, we also offer supplemental policies with Aflac and Legal/ID Shield. These plans are voluntary and premiums are paid 100% by the employee thru payroll deduction.
· After you have worked for Agru America for 90 days, you will begin accruing vacation at a rate of 1.54 hours per week until you reach 5 years of full time service. The accrual rate increases at 5 years of service, and 10 years of service.
· The 1st of the month following your 90th day of employment, you will be eligible to enroll in our 401k plan offered thru John Hancock.
· Free Virtual Doctor appointments with Ally Health.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime if necessary
• Ability to troubleshoot and multitask
• Basic mathematic skills
• Team player who is reliable and trustworthy
• Maintains a clean and safe work area
• Verbal and written communication skills in English
• Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• High school diploma or equivalent; required
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment +1 year, required
• Forklift experience, required

Nice To Haves

• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and blueprints, preferred
• Technical degree or certification, preferred
• Experience with 5s, preferred
• Experience as a machine mechanic, preferred
• Some electrical, preferred
• Overhead crane, preferred
• Quality control experience, preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal performance
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on machinery
• Follow production schedules and meet quality standards
• Collaborate with team members to improve production processes
• Maintain accurate records of production data and equipment maintenance
• Adhere to safety protocols and promote a safe working environment
• Assist in training new employees in manufacturing procedures
• Maintains an understanding of the different types of raw materials and the appropriate manufacturing location where they should be utilized
• Check the quality of products
• Examines, measures, and weighs materials or products
• Informs the shift supervisor about product quality problems, equipment problems and safety concerns
• Any other duties that the Company in its sole discretion may assign as needed

Benefits

• Medical coverage with BCBS.
• Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability and Group Life Insurance with Mutual of Omaha.
• As a benefit to our employees, we also offer supplemental policies with Aflac and Legal/ID Shield. These plans are voluntary and premiums are paid 100% by the employee thru payroll deduction.
• After you have worked for Agru America for 90 days, you will begin accruing vacation at a rate of 1.54 hours per week until you reach 5 years of full time service. The accrual rate increases at 5 years of service, and 10 years of service.
• The 1st of the month following your 90th day of employment, you will be eligible to enroll in our 401k plan offered thru John Hancock.
• Free Virtual Doctor appointments with Ally Health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED