Processing Operator

Post Consumer Brands•Asheboro, NC

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The Post Consumer Brands plant in Asheboro, NC, features some of the most modern cereal production technology in the industry and the facility has quadrupled in size since it opened in 2007. Asheboro's 200+ team members produce some of our newest and most innovative cereals, like Oreo Puff's cereal! While there is plenty to do right in Asheboro, the town is only a few hours from the Atlantic Ocean in one direction and the Blue Ridge Mountains in the other direction.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Manufacturing or related experience is preferred
Intermediate level mechanical knowledge to include the ability to understand the operation of department equipment
Intermediate level math skills for calculations and conversions
Ability to work within a team environment and communicate effectively and efficiently within the team
Ability to use basic hand and power tools
Ability to follow detailed work instructions
Must be able to read, write, and communicate in the English language
Ability to lift up to 40lbs consistently
Ability to lift up to 50lbs occassionally
Ability to stand for 12 hours
Regular attendance
Willing to work overtime when needed
Good communication skills
Work well with others
Understands the importance of and seeks opportunities for Continuous Improvement

Responsibilities

Perform all production equipment operations and production related tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
Change over all related equipment.
Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on all related equipment.
Maintain clean work areas, perform sanitation audits and develop action plans to correct problem areas.
Perform expanded list of quality checks on raw ingredients, intermediate and finished products, and packaging materials.
Record production data required for measuring waste, downtime or production efficiency, or other pertinent data as required.
Provide assistance in all related areas and participate in all activities of the Team.
Understand production reports and plan ahead to maximize efficiency of Team and equipment.
Assist in other areas of the plant upon request.
Participate in special projects/assignments/committees.
Work with various support staff effectively, and communicate pertinent information to other Team Members and shifts.
Coordinate shift activities related to production.
Participate in all training activities of the Team as required.
Perform a variety of audits as required.