Production Operator

Job Description

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

A Production Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining equipment in the manufacturing plant as well as preparing items for distribution. The position involves sanitation of equipment, assembling and checking product, and ensuring that all machinery runs smoothly .

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience and/or ability required.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining production equipment.
• Responsible for shift change overs.
• Maintain a clean production area.
• Load and unload items from machines, carts, and dollies.
• Feed or place supplies onto equipment for processing.
• Responsible for quality control of items produced.
• Provide packaging duties, as required.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.
• Provide high standards of production are met.
• Inspect final products to assess compliance with quality standards and establish tolerances.
• Set up and adjust machines for day-to-day operations.
• Monitor machinery in operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills through positive interactions with site managers, outside contractors, and junior on-site staff.
• All other duties, as required or needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear and see. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds.

Job Requirements

• HSD or equivalent
• Ability to pay attention to details.
• Ability to stand for entire shift.
• Ability to work long hours.
• Ability to multi-task

Please note this Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.