Production Operator II

Niagara Bottling•Lancaster, TX

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, operates equipment, monitors quality and safety, keeps materials stocked, and supports smooth manufacturing operations. Operators may work across multiple production areas with minimal supervision and perform relief duties as required. The position requires 12-hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment; experience may combine work experience and education.
At least 2 years of experience in the position; experience may combine work experience and education.
Experience operating multiple manufacturing machines.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work 12-hour day or night shifts on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.
No people or project management experience required.
No certification or license required.
No foreign language required.

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.
Make 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 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.
Keep raw materials and supplies adequately stocked to support continuous equipment operation, including caps, labels, cartons, trays, wraps, pallet glue, and slip sheets.
Maintain product quality in accordance with company 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 and use computer systems such as Oracle/MES or the current order management system.
Understand line flow and the manufacturing process to maximize throughput.
Communicate issues clearly and concisely.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Work 12-hour day or night shifts on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

Benefits

Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
Medical coverage, including virtual care options.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
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 services, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.