Production Operator II

Niagara Bottling•Charlestown, IN

5d•Onsite

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 lines, supports equipment operation and minor adjustments, monitors quality, keeps production areas clean and supplied with raw materials, and troubleshoots minor equipment issues while coordinating with maintenance as needed. Operators may work across multiple production areas with minimal supervision and perform relief duties. The position requires regular, predictable attendance and the ability to work 12-hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule. Niagara describes the role as part of a team focused on providing customers with high-quality, affordable bottled water.

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, days or nights, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.
Ability to understand computer systems such as Oracle/MES or the current order management system.

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, including starting and stopping applicable equipment such as 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.
Accurately complete and update production forms and logs, 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 personal protective equipment where required.
Maintain housekeeping in production areas, break rooms, and rest rooms; bale plastic, cardboard, and contaminated bottles and grind bottles when needed.
Maintain adequate supplies of raw materials, including bottle caps, labels, cartons, trays, tray and pallet wraps, pallet glue, and slip sheets.
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.
Understand line flow and the manufacturing process to maximize throughput.
Communicate issues clearly and concisely.
Maintain regular and 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.
Special discount programs, including pet plans, prepaid legal services, identity theft protection, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.