COS Operator I

Trojan Battery Company; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading battery manufacturing company in Lithonia, Georgia is seeking a COS Operator to efficiently stack battery elements in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma, forklift certification, and manufacturing experience. Key responsibilities include loading materials, conducting quality inspections, and operating forklifts. If you're detail-oriented and enjoy working with a dynamic team, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or higher.
• Forklift Certification.
• 6 months to 1 year of manufacturing or plant experience.
• Basic English proficiency for safety instructions.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).

Responsibilities

• Load separators and plates into the machine, ensuring proper alignment.
• Ensure the machine is operating correctly.
• Perform visual inspections for quality and quantity.
• Operate a forklift to move materials.
• Complete production reports as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Forklift operation

Basic math skills

Basic English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Position Overview

COS Operator is a key role in battery formation. The COS Operator will stack the elements of the battery core in the correct and safe order to be placed inside the battery. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Areas of Focus

The COS Stacking Operator must perform the role safely, wearing all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), including a respirator. They will ensure plates are fitting correctly, lugs are clean, and the plate count is accurate. They will also ensure groups are feeding correctly on the line and onto the paddle conveyors for the next station.

Responsibilities

• Load separators and plates into the machine, ensuring proper alignment
• Ensure the machine is operating correctly
• Make efficient changeovers to equipment as scheduled
• Perform visual inspections for quality and quantity, making minor adjustments as needed under supervision
• Operate a forklift to move materials
• Identify various plate types
• Complete production reports as required
• Use hand tools and learn specific machine controls and gauges
• Follow hygiene rules, including mandatory showering and lunch periods on-site
• Lift 50-80 lbs. and stand for extended periods

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or higher
• Forklift Certification
• 6 months to 1 year of manufacturing or plant experience
• Basic English proficiency for safety instructions
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

If you enjoy growth and working with enthusiastic, high-achieving colleagues, you'll thrive with us!

Powering the world is rapidly evolving. C&D / Trojan (C&D Technologies, Inc., and Trojan Battery Company, LLC) is a leading global producer of energy storage solutions driven by technology and innovation. We share a common vision and work as one team within a collaborative and dynamic organization.