Production Operator - Temp to Perm

Nokian Tyres•Dayton, TN

13h

About The Position

Performs assigned activities on production line(s), including operation of equipment in accordance with work and safety instructions as well as production specifications and schedules Performs tasks efficiently and with high attention to detail, ensuring achievement of volume, cost, and safety targets, as well as quality standards Serves as a resource to others by sharing information, production techniques and demonstrating functional tasks to assist newly assigned team members Assists in troubleshooting of shop floor problems pertaining to equipment, machines, raw materials, and design Monitors equipment, tools, process and systems to anticipate and/or detect non-routine issues that could lead to equipment malfunction, production delays and/or quality related matters Loads materials into production systems in a timely and efficient manner, operates automation and production control systems as assigned Maintains clean and orderly work area and production equipment, ensuring adherence to health and safety requirements Openly and proactively shares feedback and recommendations with leaders for continual improvement in production operations, operating procedures and processes Lifts materials and tools manually as needed to position for proper machine loading, unloading and inspection Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Ability to load and unload material from manual and automated equipment with little supervision
Possess basic computer and data entry skills, including the ability to operate and load simple computer programs as required to run production equipment
Demonstrates team spirit, shows flexibility and positive attitude as an active team contributor
Demonstrates the ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Demonstrates problem solving skills, is able to recognize and appropriately escalate issues when situations arise
Ability to successfully complete pre-hire basic skills tests and assessments
Ability to successfully pas pre-employment background check, physical exam and drug screening
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
High School Diploma or GED required

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree from an accredited community, technical or vocational college preferred
1 to 2 years direct experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Lean / process improvement tools experience and/or interest in advancing knowledge in this area

Responsibilities

Performs assigned activities on production line(s), including operation of equipment in accordance with work and safety instructions as well as production specifications and schedules
Performs tasks efficiently and with high attention to detail, ensuring achievement of volume, cost, and safety targets, as well as quality standards
Serves as a resource to others by sharing information, production techniques and demonstrating functional tasks to assist newly assigned team members
Assists in troubleshooting of shop floor problems pertaining to equipment, machines, raw materials, and design
Monitors equipment, tools, process and systems to anticipate and/or detect non-routine issues that could lead to equipment malfunction, production delays and/or quality related matters
Loads materials into production systems in a timely and efficient manner, operates automation and production control systems as assigned
Maintains clean and orderly work area and production equipment, ensuring adherence to health and safety requirements
Openly and proactively shares feedback and recommendations with leaders for continual improvement in production operations, operating procedures and processes
Lifts materials and tools manually as needed to position for proper machine loading, unloading and inspection
Other duties as assigned.