Manufacturing Operator

Hankook Tire•Clarksville, TN

54d

About The Position

Your duties will include ensuring the interminable running of production, maintaining the level of efficiency and quality, and collaborating with co-workers to help your team achieve high level of productivity. We are seeking flexible and cross-trained operators to join our team. This role serves as a pipeline for several distinct operator positions across different production lines, including Manufacturing, Quality Assurance & Control, Warehouse, and Technology Teams. While specific assignments will vary based on plant needs, candidate experience, and skill set, the core responsibilities remain consistent. You should be reliable and able to work with attention to detail and safety standards, as well as willingness to learn and improve. We also expect you to be a good team player.

Requirements

(Required) good command of written and spoken English
Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance
Operations Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
Critical Thinking Skills - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively
Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience
Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents
While performing the duties of this job, employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; to reach with hands and arms; and to talk and hear
Must be capable of climbing up and down a ladder/stairs several times per shift
Must be capable of standing for long periods of time
Mobility throughout the facility
Employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, walk, or crouch
Employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted on occasion
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus

Nice To Haves

(Preferred) high school diploma or combination of experience and education
(Preferred) at least 1 year manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

Operate a machine in order to produce quality materials
Operating, monitoring, and tending to various production machinery/equipment (e.g., automated assembly, material handling systems)
Performing routine quality checks and inspections on materials and finished products
Observe 5S in order to improve the workplace and avoid errors
Conducting basic preventative maintenance and troubleshooting minor equipment issues
Manage base materials using the FIFO (first in, first out) method
Enter and locate data on a computer
Read and interpret specifications and measuring devices
Separate defective products; report to the immediate superior if any product or process nonconformity is detected
Prepare machines to start a production cycle, performing calibration, cleaning and other activities
Monitor and properly adjust machine settings
Supply raw material or parts to semi-automated machines
Check parts with precision, using appropriate measuring tools
Conduct tests to check the operation of machines, on a regular basis
Assisting with setup and changeovers of production lines as needed
Troubleshoot issues that might occur during the shift
Verify output to detect any machine-related mistakes or flaws
Create and manage records of approved and defective units or final products
Maintaining accurate production records and logs
Adhere to health and safety regulations
Following all safety protocols and quality standards (e.g., OSHA, GMP)