Production Operator-1

ALKEGEN•South Hill, VA

About The Position

Alkegen is hiring a Production Operator to support its manufacturing operations. The role involves setting up and operating tools and machinery, following work orders and specifications, checking quality and measuring instruments, adjusting machine controls, and maintaining a clean and safe work area. The operator follows instructions to handle materials and tools and may receive training to operate a forklift or other powered equipment. Job training is provided. Responsibilities may change in response to customer demands, equipment changes, and updated standard operating procedures.

Requirements

Ability to follow written instructions and directions.
Ability to follow proper safety protocols.
Ability to determine whether machinery is working properly based on specifications, including fixtures, cutting speeds, or feed rates.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions.
Ability to work in a variety of roles.
Basic math skills.
High motivation.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to work in noisy environments.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as required.
Ability to bend, stoop, walk, twist, lift, stand, push, and pull material.

Nice To Haves

Technical or vocational school diploma.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate tools according to instructions, specifications, and standard charts.
Study work orders and other specifications to ensure the proper setup sequence is followed.
Select, place, and secure tools, supplies, and equipment.
Observe tasks to verify quality performance.
Verify that measuring instruments, such as gauges, calipers, and micrometers, are in proper working order.
Set and adjust controls to regulate machines.
Clean equipment, maintain a manufacturing area free from debris and dirt, and ready or put away tools as assigned.
Follow directions to operate machinery, hold or supply materials and tools, and load or unload items on machinery.
May be trained to operate a forklift or other powered equipment.
Report issues to a supervisor or higher-level employee.
Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to company and location policies and safety rules.
Work extended hours when required.
Perform other related duties as assigned.