Finishing Operator I

Trojan Battery Company; Sandersville (GA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Trojan Battery Company is seeking a Finishing Operator in Georgia to fill batteries with acid and cap them according to type. The role requires visual inspections of acid levels, alignment, and packaging as batteries move through the production line.

Responsibilities include on/off line duties, applying caps and labels, and maintaining safety and hygiene on site while standing long hours in a heavy environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ manufacturing/plant experience with a strong and consistent work history.
• Basic English proficiency to interpret work and safety instructions.
• Ability to lift 50–80 lbs and work in a demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• On/Off Bear batteries from production line
• Understand and practice the Quality policy
• Use hand tools and learn specific machine controls, gauges, etc.
• Work in a lead acid battery manufacturing plant
• Capable of working in extreme temperatures and heavy environment is a plus
• Strong team skills
• Solve problems and recommend solutions
• All employees must follow strict hygiene rules including mandatory showering and lunch periods on site
• Lift 50-80 lbs. and stand for long periods of time
• Remove caps and perform visual check to ensure that batteries are facing correctly when transmitting through the conveyor
• Correctly apply proper vent caps, ensuring a tight seal, and apply labels to batteries

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Basic math

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Machine controls

Gauges

Conveyor systems

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

Finishing Operator fills batteries with acid to the proper level, and correctly apply caps on the batteries according to battery type. Formation Operator will perform visual inspections for proper acid levels and cosmetic defects.

Areas of Focus

The Finishing Operator will be committed to performing the role safely and can wear all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including a respirator.

Responsibilities Level I

• On/Off Bear batteries from production line
• Understand and practice the Quality policy
• Use hand tools and learn specific machine controls, gauges, etc.
• Work in a lead acid battery manufacturing plant
• Capable of working in extreme temperatures and heavy environment is a plus
• Strong team skills
• Solve problems and recommend solutions
• All employees must follow strict hygiene rules including mandatory showering and lunch periods on site
• Lift 50-80 lbs. and stand for long periods of time
• Remove caps and perform visual check to ensure that batteries are facing correctly when transmitting through the conveyor
• Correctly apply proper vent caps, ensuring a tight seal, and apply labels to batteries

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or greater
• 2-3 years’ manufacturing/plant experience with a strong and consistent work history
• Basic English proficiency to interpret work and apply safety instructions
• Basic math proficiency (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)
• Must be clean shaven if you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Powering the world is rapidly changing. 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 supporting each other across a collaborative and dynamic organization.