Operator Manufacturing III - 3rd Shift
About The Position
The Operator Manufacturing III sets up, operates, monitors, troubleshoots, and performs preventive maintenance on assigned machines. The role includes inspecting parts and making adjustments or tool changes as necessary to maintain quality specifications. The operator also assists with setting up and operating production equipment according to established procedures and guidelines, adjusting machine settings to complete tasks accurately and on time. This position is based on Line 1, Secondary Packaging (Case Packer), in Nashville. The schedule is 3rd shift: 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., Monday through Friday, plus 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. every third Saturday and Sunday. Weekend work, including some holidays, is required as scheduled to support customer demand. The work environment is noisy, wet, and subject to seasonal and extreme temperatures; hearing protection is required due to elevated equipment noise.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- One to up to three years of work experience.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work, and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment.
- Technical and mechanical aptitude for basic initial troubleshooting.
- Ability to lift at least 25 pounds, stand for prolonged periods, and climb stairs as needed.
- Availability for required weekend work, including some holidays as scheduled.
- Use hearing protection in an elevated-noise environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform pre-operation activities on multiple pieces of equipment to ensure proper startup and operation.
- Operate multiple pieces of equipment, monitor operation, and perform setup and changeovers.
- Inspect parts and make adjustments or tool changes to maintain quality specifications and minimize unplanned stops.
- Perform scheduled quality assurance tests in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and communicate results with team members and support teams.
- Perform housekeeping and sanitation on production equipment.
- Operate palletizing machines, potentially one or two machines, and change them over for different SKUs and package sizes.
- Operate the stretch-wrap machine and computerized pallet tag machine, as needed.
- Unload product from palletizing machines or load product directly into trailers using a Radio Frequency (RF) Tablet.
- Scan product while safely stacking it in warehouse bin locations.
Benefits
- 401(k) match
- Health coverage
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Career growth pathways
- Dedicated training and personalized mentorship
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
