Production Operator

Full-time - Entry Level

Columbus, GA

1,001-5,000 employees

About the position

The Production Operator starts, troubleshoots, and operates manufacturing equipment safely. There are three Production Operator levels (I, II, & III). The level will be determined by experience, ability to assume various roles on the plant floor, and demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot and problem-solve machine issues resulting in efficient cycles and minimal downtime. The Production Operator will operate production equipment, including industrial blenders, in accordance with the established production schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform work in a safe manner by following all written and verbally communicated safety rules and procedures.
• Follow standard work procedures to operate and maintain assigned machine(s).
• Routinely meet or exceed production output rates per standards.
• Ensure product meets certain tolerances and specifications.
• Perform routine inspections per quality standards.
• Understand production instructions.
• Maintain accurate paperwork.
• Inspect equipment, structures, and materials to identify problems or defects prior to production to ensure a clean, clear and safe work environment.
• Read and follow work orders and formulas to meet production specifications and schedules.
• Examine materials, ingredients, or product per quality standards.
• Weigh or measure materials, ingredients, and products per requirements.
• Add and mix raw materials according to specifications.
• Transfer materials, supplies, and products between work areas.
• Discharge blenders of powder when necessary.
• Ensure quality and conformity of blended products to meet standards.
• Ensure equipment is set-up, cleaned, sanitized, and operating properly before, after and between runs.
• Complete cleaning logs and notify quality control for hygiene testing.
• Record operational and production data on specified forms/production documents.
• Report malfunctions to a supervisor and confirm proactive and routine maintenance.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of quality control and operational procedures.

Requirements

• No formal education required.
• No experience required.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to function effectively in a team setting.
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail.
• Demonstrates reliability, flexibility, and dependability.
• Models the values and expectations of integrity, responsible entrepreneurship, commitment and moral courage.
• Demonstrates accepted ethical and professional business behavior.
• Executes ISO authority and responsibility.
• Completes and maintains all required training.
• Reports suspected violations including those of a business associate.
• Observes all safety procedures, reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses and maintains equipment and materials properly.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match
• Company Pension Plan
• Performance Based Bonus/Commission
• Continuing education