First Shift Production Operator: Equipment Setup

PPG Industries, Inc; Valencia (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG Industries, Inc. in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a Production Operator for the 1st shift. You will set up, operate, maintain and troubleshoot production equipment to ensure quality products are available.

The role involves equipment inspection, preventive maintenance, and moving equipment between areas, with safety procedures guiding daily work. This position requires physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and basic mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift to 50 pounds on a consistent basis.
• Mechanical inclination; ability to use hand tools.
• Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot production equipment.
• Prepare equipment and supplies before executing the job orders and operate equipment safely and effectively for production processing.
• Ensure that equipment is maintained in good and safe working conditions.
• Inspect equipment to identify any replacements, malfunctions, and repairs.
• Perform regular equipment maintenance to ensure production capacity and quality. Help junior operators in their assigned responsibilities.
• Repair and clean the equipment when needed. Evaluate equipment performance and recommend improvements.
• Operate trucks and other industrial vehicles to transfer the production equipment between warehouse and working area. Follow safety procedures and company policies for equipment operation.

Skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Mechanical aptitude

Warehouse/manufacturing experience

Job description

PPG Industries, Inc. in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a Production Operator for the 1st shift. You will set up, operate, maintain and troubleshoot production equipment to ensure quality products are available.

The role involves equipment inspection, preventive maintenance, and moving equipment between areas, with safety procedures guiding daily work. This position requires physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and basic mechanical aptitude.