Production Operator II

Niagara Water•Louisville, IN

About The Position

The Production Operator II performs a variety of tasks requiring knowledge of production processes and is responsible for day-to-day operations associated with production lines. The role maintains production equipment and line operations, makes minor adjustments when directed, monitors quality, replenishes raw materials, completes production records, and supports safe, efficient manufacturing. Mechanical work may not be performed without prior approval. The operator may work in multiple production areas with minimal supervision, perform relief duties, troubleshoot minor equipment issues, and collaborate with the maintenance team as needed. The position requires understanding production-line flow and manufacturing processes, using computer systems such as Oracle/MES or the current order management system, and communicating issues clearly. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. The schedule consists of 12-hour day or night shifts on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
At least 2 years of experience in the position.
Experience operating multiple manufacturing machines.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.
Ability to work in multiple production areas with minimal supervision and communicate issues clearly.

Nice To Haves

4 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
4 years of experience working in the position.
2 years of experience managing people or projects.
Associate's degree.

Responsibilities

Maintain production lines and start and stop applicable equipment, including palletizers, carton makers, carton sealers, drop packers, and injection equipment.
Perform minor adjustments to production equipment as directed; do not perform mechanical work without prior approval.
Complete and update production forms and logs accurately, including Machine Reports, Quality Reports, Downtime Reports, and Carton Top Load Reports.
Recognize unsafe conditions and actions, follow plant safety rules and safe lifting and machine-operation practices, and use required personal protective equipment.
Maintain housekeeping in production areas, break rooms, and rest rooms.
Bale plastic, cardboard, and contaminated bottles and grind bottles when needed.
Keep raw materials and supplies, including caps, labels, cartons, trays, wraps, pallet glue, and slip sheets, at adequate levels for continuous operation.
Meet company quality standards, complete hourly inspection sheets, and immediately recognize and report quality defects.
Work in multiple production areas with minimal supervision and perform relief duties when required.
Troubleshoot minor production equipment issues and collaborate with the maintenance team as necessary.
Use computer systems such as Oracle/MES or the current order management system.
Understand line flow and manufacturing processes to maximize throughput.
Communicate issues clearly and concisely and maintain regular, predictable attendance.

Benefits

Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
Medical coverage, including virtual care options.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Health Savings Account with company match.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits, including free counseling sessions for team members and household family members.
Family Building Benefits, including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation, plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements.
Income protection, including Life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, and an accident plan.
Discount programs, including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.