1st Shift Production Operator
About The Position
The Production Operator is responsible for safely operating manufacturing equipment, monitoring product quality, and supporting efficient production processes. This role ensures production targets, safety standards, and quality requirements are consistently met. Compounds, mixes and blends product batches, runs production lines and packages by performing the following duties: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Key Responsibilities Operate production machinery and equipment according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) Monitor production lines to ensure efficient workflow and product quality Perform routine equipment checks and basic troubleshooting Follow all safety, environmental, and quality regulations Starts machine and observes operation to detect malfunctions of machine. Stops machine and reports malfunction to supervisor. Reads work order or formula to determine types and quantities of materials to weigh and procedure to be followed for manufacturing process. Weighs quantities of materials for use in the manufacturing processes. Load raw materials products in prescribed sequence into vat, hopper or mixing pot. Monitor and log time and temperature as specified on Batch ticket. Accurately records information such as weight, type of product, date and batch number of products produced Maintains accuracy of inventory of materials used and on hand by recording on the batch sheet and marking drums. Perform quality checks during production to ensure products meet production specifications and customer quality standards. Package finished products Places loose or packaged material on scales and adds or removes portions of material to obtain specified weight. Transfers weighed materials to production or storage areas Inspects materials, products, and containers at each step of manufacturing process. Maintain a clean and organized work area (5S/housekeeping standards) Report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or quality concerns to supervisors Assist with machine changeovers and setup activities Work collaboratively with maintenance, quality, and production teams Cleans work area, machines, tools, and equipment. Performs other routine duties.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Possess minimum math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)
- Ability to use measuring tools and production equipment
- Forklift certification preferred or Able to or willing to learn to operate forklift safely.
- Being able to work in a hot and dusty environment (safety PPE provided)
- Follow all safety guidelines and processes
- Speak, read and write English effectively
- Learn to use and operate scan guns to report and control inventories
- Able to lift 55 lbs. bags in a constant rhythm
- Physically able to work 8 hrs. shift (3 shifts – must be open to working any shift)
- Lean and practice Lean Manufacturing Techniques
- Complete required safety training timely
- Must wear required safety PPE
- Attention to detail
- Reliability and punctuality - Be Dependable and have reliable transportation
- Teamwork and communication
- Problem-solving ability
- Safety-focused mindset
- Drive to succeed and grow within the organization
Nice To Haves
- Forklift certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Operate production machinery and equipment according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Monitor production lines to ensure efficient workflow and product quality
- Perform routine equipment checks and basic troubleshooting
- Follow all safety, environmental, and quality regulations
- Starts machine and observes operation to detect malfunctions of machine.
- Stops machine and reports malfunction to supervisor.
- Reads work order or formula to determine types and quantities of materials to weigh and procedure to be followed for manufacturing process.
- Weighs quantities of materials for use in the manufacturing processes.
- Load raw materials products in prescribed sequence into vat, hopper or mixing pot.
- Monitor and log time and temperature as specified on Batch ticket.
- Accurately records information such as weight, type of product, date and batch number of products produced
- Maintains accuracy of inventory of materials used and on hand by recording on the batch sheet and marking drums.
- Perform quality checks during production to ensure products meet production specifications and customer quality standards.
- Package finished products
- Places loose or packaged material on scales and adds or removes portions of material to obtain specified weight.
- Transfers weighed materials to production or storage areas
- Inspects materials, products, and containers at each step of manufacturing process.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area (5S/housekeeping standards)
- Report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or quality concerns to supervisors
- Assist with machine changeovers and setup activities
- Work collaboratively with maintenance, quality, and production teams
- Cleans work area, machines, tools, and equipment.
- Performs other routine duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
