Production Operator

EnerSys Delaware Inc.•Richmond, KY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator carries out a variety of tasks to complete product assembly. The role involves starting and operating equipment, troubleshooting and adjusting equipment as needed, and performing mechanical work with hand and power tools to construct and manufacture products. The operator inspects materials for defects, controls scrap, counts and records production, and packs and secures materials for transport. Working as part of a production team, the operator helps meet production targets and coordinates with maintenance to minimize machine downtime. The role also requires following department instructions and procedures, maintaining daily housekeeping and cleanliness, and complying with ISO, environmental, and safety procedures. The position is based in a plant or warehouse environment with varying working conditions and exposure to risks and materials described below.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to perform basic math, including subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages.
Ability to read, write, understand, and interpret instructions.
Ability to differentiate colors.
Ability to frequently bend, twist, reach, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds/23 kilos on a daily continuous basis; heavier items are handled with a mechanical device or assistance from another employee.
Ability to stand for long periods.
Wear required personal protective equipment properly at all times.
Ability and willingness to wear a respirator.
Ability and willingness to work overtime.
Ability and willingness to work varying schedules that may include nights, weekends, and public holidays.
The position has a risk of electrical shock and exposure to harmful materials, including lead and fiberglass products; periodic blood tests are required to measure lead levels.
Work in a plant or warehouse environment with varying working conditions.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Start up and operate equipment.
Troubleshoot equipment and make adjustments as necessary.
Understand and follow department instructions and procedures.
Visually inspect material for defects.
Control scrap.
Count and record production as necessary.
Perform daily housekeeping and cleanliness procedures.
Follow ISO, environmental, and safety procedures.
Perform mechanical work using hand and power tools to construct and manufacture products.
Pack and secure materials for transport.
Work as part of a production team to help meet production targets efficiently and effectively.
Liaise with maintenance about machine issues to minimize machine downtime.