Waxdale Production Operator - Level 3

SC Johnson • Racine, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on the spirit of its people. They have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, they are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. This role involves autonomously setting up, running, changing over, and troubleshooting multiple technologies on a production line with various types of low-tech and high-tech equipment, including filling, labeling, packaging, and palletizing equipment across single or multiple lines. The operator serves as a subject matter expert, capable of training others and completing training documentation. The primary goal is to work safely with a focus on teamwork towards reducing downtime, improving efficiency, and enhancing quality. Partnering with cross-functional teams is crucial to the success of an Aerosols and Liquids Operator.

Requirements

• 3 years of Manufacturing or production experience
• Lean Manufacturing Experience
• Basic pneumatic and lubrication skills
• Demonstrated Math and Measurement skills.
• Basic hand tool skills
• Working knowledge of Safety, and Health and Environment principles and practices in a manufacturing setting.
• Proven ability to apply problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work in a team environment
• Flexibility to work within teams and independently with minimal supervision to meet operational goals
• Multitasking and running/setting up multiple high-tech machines at the same time
• Effectively communicate and work in a team environment
• Ability to complete the essential functions of the job and tolerate the ergonomic stressors of the job. This includes lifting up to forty (40) pounds, standing, sitting, walking, bending, climbing stairs and ladders, kneeling, reaching overhead, pushing, and pulling for up to eight (8) to twelve (12) hours daily

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing experience at S.C. Johnson Waxdale facility.
• Proficient in the use and application of MS Office Suite Products (Outlook – Calendar and Email; Word, Excel)
• Experience with: Filling equipment, labeling, sleeving, or thermoforming equipment, and General automated manufacturing or product equipment
• Robotics Equipment Experience
• Running pressure filling equipment
• Formally training other operators to skill mastery
• Associate’s or Technical Degree/Certification
• Process Safety Management training
• Equipment Certification
• Certification as equipment operator trainer
• Equipment Certification

Responsibilities

• Runs/sets up industrial equipment, such as assembling or sorting equipment, and general automated manufacturing or production equipment.
• Follows equipment safety standards, performs safety checks, and uses safety devices like interlocks, e-stops, and guarding.
• Ensures product quality by conducting quality audits, identifying and addressing defective product, and recovering from bad audits.
• Performs tasks such as removing and replacing equipment parts for product changeovers.
• Completes preventative maintenance, including cleaning, inspecting, and lubricating equipment.
• Repairs equipment by removing and replacing parts, and assists with rebuilding parts as necessary.
• Uses inventory control systems, such as SAP.
• Runs/sets up equipment and performs preventative maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Reads system drawings or equipment manuals to identify equipment parts and their functions.
• Rebuilds equipment parts as necessary.
• Serves as Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assist or train other operators.
• Assists with providing content for training documentation.
• Assists with coordination of planned maintenance events.
• Takes ownership for maintenance and equipment operation autonomy.
• Maintains a clean and safe workplace in accordance with SCJ policies and procedures.
• Interacts professionally and makes positive contributions within the team and business environment using SCJ principles.
• Develops and maintains compliance with standard work and standard operating procedures.
• Shows adaptability by performing various assignments during the shift.
• Works to maximize uptime and reduce scrap.
• Maintains and improves quality standards.
• Identifies wastes and eliminates losses.
• Supports Plant audits (GMP, SQA, ISO, SEA, Housekeeping, Center lining, etc.).
• Applies experience in Lean Manufacturing including Value Stream Mapping, CILT, Visual Management, Setup reduction time & Kaizen.
• Completes technical training grid requirements within the allotted timeframe.
• Ability to work on multiple technologies.
• Able to fulfill QLR or SLR role on team.
• Ability to interact with robotics.
• Helps develop new procedures and practices.
• Can function as a key process owner / driver in a specified area of responsibility.
• Participates in process improvement projects as necessary (DMAIC, Fishbone 5 Way analysis, etc.).
• Serves as new equipment champion when introducing new technology into the plant.

Benefits

• The company offers a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and a supportive work environment.
• Equal Opportunity Employer policies are in place.
• Accommodation requests are available for individuals with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED