Production Operator

Novonesis•Milwaukee, WI

4d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready for a new beginning? We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology. Our purpose points the way In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. We’re here to better our world with biology. Join us as our new Production Operator This role is integral to creating high quality products and delivering them to our customers on time. In this role you'll make an impact by: Setting up, operating, and performing basic troubleshooting of production equipment (forklifts, mixers, fillers, conveyors, labelers, utility, and safety equipment) for an entire production line without the requirement of supervision. Managing manufacturing and packaging operations for your production line including the delegation of tasks as appropriate and identifying and supporting safety concerns and daily issues for Operators. Providing clear, concise, and complete communication when giving directions and in answering questions about your production line. Seeking help from supporting departments and resources if you are behind schedule or as needed. Generating and assisting with the completion of all paperwork for your responsible production line. Revising and maintaining production line SOPs with current best practices. Maintaining the production line you are responsible for by using quality standards.

Requirements

HS diploma or equivalent
Ability to follow instructions, details in Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and work independently as needed
Physical ability to perform all tasks related to the position, including the ability to walk, bend, twist, climb stairs/ladders, and lift 55 pounds unassisted
Ability to pass Respirator Fit Test and able to wear a full-face respirator
Ability to work at heights and in changing environmental conditions (heat, cold, dusty, or high humidity)
Ability to enter and perform work in confined spaces
Ability to operate a forklift, man lift, and other motorized vehicles
Flexibility to support multiple locations including our New Berlin site

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of production equipment, understanding of manufacturing processes, previous experience, farm experience and/or forklift experience are preferred

Responsibilities

Setting up, operating, and performing basic troubleshooting of production equipment (forklifts, mixers, fillers, conveyors, labelers, utility, and safety equipment) for an entire production line without the requirement of supervision.
Managing manufacturing and packaging operations for your production line including the delegation of tasks as appropriate and identifying and supporting safety concerns and daily issues for Operators.
Providing clear, concise, and complete communication when giving directions and in answering questions about your production line.
Seeking help from supporting departments and resources if you are behind schedule or as needed.
Generating and assisting with the completion of all paperwork for your responsible production line.
Revising and maintaining production line SOPs with current best practices.
Maintaining the production line you are responsible for by using quality standards.