2nd Shift Production Operator

TT Exchange Rates; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Operator to ensure production and quality standards are met. This full-time role involves operating machinery, conducting quality checks, and maintaining equipment reliability. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in a manufacturing environment, with proficiency in various production tools and systems. Join a team committed to safety and excellence in food production, where your contributions will help maintain high standards and drive operational success.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Proficient in equipment operation and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machines and adjust equipment to specifications.
• Conduct quality controls and fill finished products into packaging.

Skills

Manufacturing Experience

Equipment Operation

Quality Control

Basic Maintenance

SAP

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Flow Meters

Scales

Agitators

Pumps

Batch Tanks

Job description

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Summary/Objective
The Production Operator is responsible for achieving production and quality requirements within a defined time-frame, from preparation to filling, while remaining compliant with hygiene, HACCP and work safety guideline. The technical operator is also responsible for maintaining equipment reliability by performing basic maintenance tasks as needed.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Operates production machines by means of automatic/manual controls and adjusts production equipment to product-specific parameters according to the daily production plan and the observance of time parameters.
2. Processes raw and semi-finished products according to the recipe, manufacturing, and operating instructions for all departments.
3. Takes samples and conducts quality controls, forwarding the results to Quality as needed.
4. Fills finished products into appropriate packaging.
5. Initiates and controls repairs, maintenance, and modifications of machines in close coordination with the supervisor and maintenance department.
6. Performs PMs on all assigned equipment.
7. Records all data as required (i.e., charts, necessary process adjustments based on data findings, etc.).
8. Performs CIP/COP and general sanitation as needed.
9. Implements the internal and legal specifications and guidelines concerning hygiene, HACCP, food and work safety and environmental protection.
10. Informs Supervisor and Manager on issues or immediate needs that may impact the department.
11. Adheres to GMPs within appropriate zones.
12. Interacts with and inputs data into SAP.
13. Performs general sanitation duties.
14. Assists in other areas of production as needed.
15. Performs LOTO procedures when needed.
16. Interacts with and follows instructions provided on PI sheet.

Supervisory Responsibility
None

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is occasionally exposed to wet, warm, humid and cold temperatures.

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 this job.The employee is frequently required to sit; occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days can vary depending on production schedule.

Travel
None

Required Qualifications
1. High school diploma

2. 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing / production environment

3. Must be proficient in the use of equipment such as flow meters, scales, steam lines, chart recorders, agitators, pumps, valves, and batch tanks
4. Must be able to read and follow a production schedule

Preferred Qualifications
1. SAP experience

2. Working knowledge of food & beverage production or related processes
3. Ability to read and understand PI sheets (inspection sheets)
4. Experience with dairy processing, bottling, and package equipment

Safety/ Food Safety
Döhler USA, Inc. is committed to providing a safe and secure work environment for all employees. It is the duty of all employees to ensure that a safe working environment and safe working practices are maintained at all times. It is also the responsibility of management to do so.

Employee should comply with all policies and procedures, including safety, food safety/security and GMPs.

Employee should report any unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor or designated party.

AAP/EEO Statement
Döhler USA, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Döhler USA, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Döhler USA, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Döhler USA, Inc.’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Other Duties
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.