Production Associate (Rotating Shifts)

The Clorox Company • Burnside, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Associate position will work in a dynamic team-based environment with the responsibility to safely produce the highest quality charcoal in the correct amount at the right cost. Tasks will include working safely at all times without exception, receiving raw materials, operating and maintaining high-speed packaging equipment, palletizing finished product, performing quality checks, implementing improvements, and contributing to the overall success of the plant. The Production Associate will train on day shift for two weeks and then be placed in rotating openings in various departments and shifts based on business needs. This position will require work shift flexibility and the potential for required over time.

Requirements

• Willing and able to learn and master new concepts across departments.
• Communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.
• Understanding of basic technical math and troubleshooting principles.
• Must be able to successfully complete Clorox Fork Truck Certification as outlined by the site Fork Truck Certification Policy.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years manufacturing or related experience (examples of related experience are automotive or diesel mechanic, construction, heavy equipment operator or machining worker) or 2 years military service working with industrial equipment.
• Resume must be attached to be considered for an interview.

Responsibilities

• Processing, manufacture, packaging, storing and distribution of charcoal briquettes.
• Operating and maintaining high-speed packaging equipment.
• Palletizing finished product.
• Performing quality checks.
• Implementing improvements.
• Press control buttons to activate machinery and equipment.
• Turn controls to adjust and regulate machine function as well as flow, speed, and temperature.
• Clean, oil, and make minor adjustments or repairs to machinery and equipment.
• Move materials, supplies, components, and finished products between storage and work areas.
• Pour, scoop, or dump specified ingredients into sections of machine prior to starting machines.
• Feed ingredients and products into machines by hand or conveyor and unload finished packaged product.
• Disassemble equipment to repair it or to replace parts.
• Monitor the production line, watching for problems such as pile-ups or jams or defects.
• Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, remove defective or substandard materials or products.
• Examine, measure, and weigh materials or products to verify conformance to standards.
• Package the product in the form in which it will be sent out.
• Stock and sort product for packaging or filling machine operation, and replenish packaging supplies.
• Operate palletizing equipment to wrap finished products on pallets for site warehouse storage or shipping and distribution.
• Stack finished package into truck using a forklift.
• Operate powered industrial trucks to move materials and products around the facility, including loading finished product into trailers.
• Ability to load and unload truck using a forklift.
• Adhere to all safety and quality standards and guidelines and repair and/or report unsafe conditions, near misses, and/or injuries in a timely manner.
• Deliver against daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.
• Leverage technology as needed to stay informed (ex: daily review of email, production schedules, troubleshooting guides, job aides, etc.).
• Enter data into computer and monitor various areas of instrumentation.
• Count and record finished and rejected packaged items.
• Ensure all area housekeeping tasks are completed and workplace organization is maintained.
• Complete routine and preventative maintenance for area equipment.
• Maintain inventory storage areas, including participation in cycle counts and/or wall-to-wall inventory counts as needed.
• Other duties as needed to support business operations as directed by Management.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous 401(k) program in the US and similar programs in international
• Health benefits and programs that support both your physical and mental well-being
• Flexible work environment, depending on your role
• Meaningful opportunities to keep learning and growing
• Half-day Fridays, depending on your location

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees