Day Shift Cutter Operator — 3/12, Safety-Driven

Southern Champion Tray Llc; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Champion Tray is seeking a Cutter Operator for the Day Shift (3 Day/12 Hour) at the Amnicola Plant in Chattanooga, TN. The role requires safe setup and operation of cutting machinery, adherence to productivity targets, and strict safety standards.

You will perform setup, load materials, monitor equipment, and help maintain a clean, safe work area following 5S and food safety guidelines. Strong English reading/writing and basic computer skills are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Mechanical ability and skills.

Responsibilities

• Must safely set up and operate the machine according to the training program to acquire quality product at the desired target speed of each run.
• Stock the machine with materials needed for set up and die working.
• Tools on the machine are to be in their proper holding places, borrowed tools are to be returned once they are no longer needed.
• Locate issues that may occur mechanically to the machine as part of set up and while observing the machine while it is running.
• Effectively utilize any machine downtime by assisting with set-up or performing other tasks to maintain a clean work environment or as instructed by a supervisor.
• Communicates well with other team members.
• Wears appropriate PPE for the task and area.
• Welcomes updates and improvements to processes and follows new procedures and innovations to improve efficiency and safety.
• Performs work to minimize downtime and maintain a clean work environment in line with Food Safety and 5S systems.
• Follows all safety policies and guidelines; uses situational awareness to identify unsafe behaviors.
• May be asked to help with duties in other areas or departments.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical ability

Basic computer skills

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Southern Champion Tray is seeking a Cutter Operator for the Day Shift (3 Day/12 Hour) at the Amnicola Plant in Chattanooga, TN. The role requires safe setup and operation of cutting machinery, adherence to productivity targets, and strict safety standards.

You will perform setup, load materials, monitor equipment, and help maintain a clean, safe work area following 5S and food safety guidelines. Strong English reading/writing and basic computer skills are required.