1ST SHIFT CTS OUTFEED OPERATOR

American Woodmark; Eastanollee (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

American Woodmark in Georgia is seeking a production associate to support the outfeed process, stack pallets, and follow standard operating procedures. You will collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals and maintain safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include operating the outfeed system, performing basic maintenance, and training others as needed. This is a full-time, on-site role in a non-climate controlled manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must read, analyze, and interpret common business documents.
• Excellent communication skills with coworkers and customers.
• Experience in a team environment and commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Identify colors through the outfeed computer system and load pieces onto pallets.
• Stack pallets according to SOP and organize pieces to different pallets.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and participate in Kaizen events.
• Follow safety, quality, and plant policies; assist in training new operators.
• Operate required computer software and complete 5S/clean-up in assigned area.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reading and interpreting documents

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Word

Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

To perform the production process in order to optimize the use of all resources in meeting and/or exceeding established plant goals and client/customer expectations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Identify colors through the outfeed computer system
• Ensure pieces are loaded onto assigned pallet
• Correctly stack pallets following the Standard Operating Procedure
• Organize multiple pieces to different pallets
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Display strong teamwork with outfeed partner to accomplish daily tasks
• Follow all safety, quality, production, materials and plant policies and procedures
• Demonstrate behavior that aligns with plant expectations and CITE principles
• Complete all training required for operation of assigned area
• Available to work assigned schedule and shift hours as necessary to meet client/customer requirements
• Operate computer software necessary to assigned area
• Train new or back-up operators using certified peer trainer tools and techniques
• Responsible for daily 5S/clean-up expectations for assigned area
• Participate on Kaizen, TPM and cross functional team events as requested
• Perform other duties as directed by plant management

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job the requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required.

Education, Experience and Skills

• High School Diploma/GED preferred, in lieu of education, extensive knowledge of all processes associated within the scope of the respective team may be considered
• Manufacturing/work experience and willingness to learn to operate required positions in the team assigned
• Record of successful team support, meeting work performance expectations and commitment toward continuous improvement
• Experience performing duties in a team environment committed to positive performance and SQDC goal achievement
• Has excellent communication skills with knowledge of Word, Excel, and Microsoft Outlook preferred

Language Skills:

Must read, analyze, and interpret common business documents such as packing lists, manifests, bills of lading, pallet tickets, or job orders. Must communicate effectively with co-workers and customers/clients in an effort to respond to common inquires or complaints.

Mathematical Skills:

Use basic mathematical concepts like addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to such tasks as inventory control, material ordering, and job order verification.

Reasoning Skills:

Perceive problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Interpret an assorted number of tasks or instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move about the work area to position oneself to complete essential functions. The employee is required to move material weighing up to 50 pounds in correct position and inspect for any defects in product.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Non-climate controlled manufacturing environment. The noise level is usually moderate to high and requires the use of hearing protection. Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment is required. Overtime required as production demands.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

American Woodmark Corporation does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, national origin, age, religion, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and/or expression; and it will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local discrimination laws. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any disability, which is unrelated to the ability to engage in the essential functions involved in the position for which application has been made either with or without reasonable accommodations.