Production Operator - B

Greenfield Global Inc. • Shelbyville, KY

4d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Greenfield Global is seeking a Production Operator for its production department in Shelbyville, Kentucky. The role operates bottling lines, drum lines, tote-filling stations, and pail lines. Operators are trained to work in two or more operating venues and cross-train in relabeling and manual filling. The position supports safe, efficient packaging and production operations, follows production schedules and quality requirements, and participates in cross-training and process-improvement activities.

Requirements

• High school degree or GED required.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and with other departments.
• Proven ability to multitask and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to lift 40 to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient operation of packaging lines.
• Set up lines, change over products, and follow the production schedule.
• Communicate issues and take proactive action to ensure safety and quality.
• Operate a forklift.
• Prepare product and collect empty containers for filling.
• Label and seal packages; torque bottles and pails; and palletize packages.
• Check caps and labels when boxing bottles on Bottling Line 1.
• Label boxes and stack them on pallets in serial number order.
• Label finished pallets with pallet ID tags.
• Use drum clamps and properly ground different containers.
• Complete batch records properly.
• Perform manual packaging of solvents.
• Monitor production tank levels.
• Read venue micrometers for ethanol fills.
• Set up and flush the bottle line, feed empty bottles through the labeler on Bottling Line 1, and set fill levels and torque requirements.
• Properly mark and fill totes and drums; fill bottles, drums, totes, and manual-fill containers from batches.
• Unload bulk trucks into tanks.
• Perform daily scale calibrations.
• Recognize equipment issues and communicate them to supervisors or maintenance personnel.
• Cross-train in other work centers as needed.
• Participate in Lean or process-improvement initiatives.
• Assist the supervisor in improving operational productivity and efficiency.
• Observe processes and initiate or own activities to improve them.

Benefits

• Base salary dependent on experience and demonstrated performance.
• Formal and informal training opportunities.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage and life insurance.
• Paid personal sick time.
• Vacation time exceeding industry standards.
• Company-funded retirement savings program with individual contribution opportunities.
• Meaningful and challenging work.
• A culture focused on growth and development, engagement, and communication.

What This Job Offers

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