3RD SHIFT CENTRALIZED PACKAGING

American Woodmark Corp.; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

American Woodmark Corp. is seeking a machine operator to learn and efficiently operate production equipment. The role involves packaging pallet loads, moving between plant flows, and maintaining clean, safe work areas.

Candidates should have 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, be able to read and write, and possess solid communication skills. Training will cover the Factory Floor System and related machine software, with opportunities to train others as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be able to read and write.
• 1–3 years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Computer knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Learn and operate a machine productively and ensure properly packaged pallet loads.
• Work with and around each production flow in the Mill as a team member.
• Learn the Factory Floor System and operate computer software related to the machine.
• Machine operators may be used in any area of the plant.
• Maintain good housekeeping and cleaning standards.
• Train new or backup operators as needed.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Supervisor or plant leadership.

Skills

Read and write

Communication skills

MS Office

Manufacturing experience

Education

HS diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Factory Floor System

Job description

• Ability to productively learn and operate machine, produce properly packaged pallet loads and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.


• Must have a willingness to perform as a team member by working with and around each of the productions flows in the Mill.


• Must have the ability to work hours as needed.


• Must be able to learn Factory Floor System, operate computer software relative to machine.


• Machine operators may be used in any areas of the plant.


• Good housekeeping and cleaning are required


• Train new or back-up operators as needed.


• Perform other duties as directed by the Supervisor or other member of the plant leadership team.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Machine operator job bids require applicants to possess the following criteria before the applicant is eligible to sign an open job bid.

• Safety – employee cannot have any OSHA recordable or lost time injuries within the past 6 months that were the result of the employee’s actions and/or failure to follow safety policies/procedures.


• Performance - employee cannot have a corrective action on file for the past 6 months


• Timing – Employee must have served at least 6 consecutive months in their current position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

Education, Experience and Skills:

• High school diploma or general equivalency degree (GED) is preferred


• Required to read and write


• 1-3 years manufacturing experience preferred


• Good written and oral communication skills


• Computer knowledge and experience working with Microsoft Office products: Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point

Language Skills

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

Mathematical Skills:

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

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an assorted number of tasks or instructions.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear, bend, and crouch. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 50 lbs.

Typical indoor and outdoor manufacturing environment. The noise level is usually moderate to high and hearing protection is required on the production floor. Safety glasses are required on the production floor. Other forms of PPE may be required depending on the work/task being performed. Occasional weekend or off-shift work required.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The American Woodmark Corporation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender; 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 accommodation.