Production Operator - Day Shift

Carboline•Columbus, GA

10d

About The Position

The Production Operator starts, troubleshoots, and operates manufacturing equipment safely, including industrial blenders, in accordance with the established production schedule. The position has three levels (I, II, and III), determined by experience, ability to assume different plant-floor roles, and demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve machine issues independently to support efficient cycles and minimize downtime. The operator follows safety and standard work procedures, meets production and quality standards, handles and measures materials, and keeps accurate production and cleaning records. The role also includes equipment setup, cleaning, sanitation, inspections, reporting malfunctions, and ongoing assessment of quality-control and operational procedures. No formal education or prior experience is required.

Requirements

No formal education required.
No prior experience or training required.
Ability to function effectively in a team setting.
Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail.
Reliability, flexibility, and dependability.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, and kneel; ability to talk and hear; ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Demonstrate accepted ethical and professional business behavior and model the stated company values.

Responsibilities

Follow written and verbal safety rules and procedures.
Operate and maintain assigned machines according to standard work procedures.
Meet or exceed production output rates and ensure products meet required tolerances and specifications.
Perform routine inspections in accordance with quality standards.
Understand production instructions and accurately maintain paperwork.
Inspect equipment, structures, and materials for problems or defects before production to maintain a clean, clear, and safe work environment.
Read and follow work orders and formulas to meet production specifications and schedules.
Examine materials, ingredients, and products according to quality standards.
Weigh or measure materials, ingredients, and products according to requirements.
Add and mix raw materials according to specifications.
Transfer materials, supplies, and products between work areas.
Discharge blenders of powder when necessary.
Ensure blended products meet quality and conformity standards.
Set up, clean, sanitize, and verify proper operation of equipment before, after, and between runs.
Complete cleaning logs and notify quality control for hygiene testing.
Record operational and production data on specified forms and production documents.
Report malfunctions to a supervisor and confirm proactive and routine maintenance.
Conduct ongoing assessments of quality-control and operational procedures.
Work effectively as part of a team, multitask while maintaining attention to detail, and demonstrate reliability, flexibility, and dependability.
Complete and maintain required training, execute ISO authority and responsibility, report suspected violations, observe safety procedures, report unsafe conditions, and use and maintain equipment and materials properly.