Production Operator I - Nights

Silver King Beverage Company•Salt Lake City, UT

About The Position

SUMMARY This role will be responsible for operating and maintaining machinery involved in the production of aluminum cans while adhering to safety, quality, and production standards. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Operate and monitor equipment such as can forming machines, presses, trimmers, liners, and other machinery involved in the can making process. Inspect finished cans for defects, ensure proper dimensions, and perform quality checks to maintain product quality standards. Handle raw materials required for can production. Load materials onto machines and monitor material supply throughout the production process. Set up machines according to production requirements, adjust settings as needed, and troubleshoot equipment issues to minimize downtime. Assist maintenance technicians in performing routine maintenance tasks, cleaning equipment, and conducting minor repairs as needed. Optimize machine performance, minimize waste, and maximize production output while maintaining quality and efficiency standards. Adhere to safety protocols, use personal protective equipment (PPE), and follow safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and team members. Maintain production records, log equipment downtime, report quality issues, and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members. Maintain 5S principles and ensure optimal area cleanliness and housekeeping standards are consistently met to uphold a safe and organized work environment. Complete daily housekeeping assignments to maintain a clean and organized work environment, contributing to continuous safety and quality improvement efforts. Food Safety Responsible and required to notify management about actual or potential food safety issues; and empowered to act to resolve food safety issues within their scope of work. If this position is vacant for any significant period of time the obligation for completion of all food safety and quality related tasks will become the responsibility of the direct manager or a qualified designee.

Requirements

Has learned the basic skills and routine tasks necessary.
Beginning to learn advanced skills and gaining an understanding of the total process flow.
Must have basic knowledge of a variety of computer software applications, in word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
High school diploma or equivalent; or two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven experience as a machine operator in a manufacturing environment, preferably in metal packaging or can making industry.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor equipment such as can forming machines, presses, trimmers, liners, and other machinery involved in the can making process.
Inspect finished cans for defects, ensure proper dimensions, and perform quality checks to maintain product quality standards.
Handle raw materials required for can production. Load materials onto machines and monitor material supply throughout the production process.
Set up machines according to production requirements, adjust settings as needed, and troubleshoot equipment issues to minimize downtime.
Assist maintenance technicians in performing routine maintenance tasks, cleaning equipment, and conducting minor repairs as needed.
Optimize machine performance, minimize waste, and maximize production output while maintaining quality and efficiency standards.
Adhere to safety protocols, use personal protective equipment (PPE), and follow safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and team members.
Maintain production records, log equipment downtime, report quality issues, and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
Maintain 5S principles and ensure optimal area cleanliness and housekeeping standards are consistently met to uphold a safe and organized work environment.
Complete daily housekeeping assignments to maintain a clean and organized work environment, contributing to continuous safety and quality improvement efforts.
Responsible and required to notify management about actual or potential food safety issues; and empowered to act to resolve food safety issues within their scope of work.