GPM Machine Operator I

GOJO, Makers of PURELL; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Parental leave

Onsite well-being care

Job summary

GOJO Industries, LLC in Wooster, OH is hiring a GPM Machine Operator I for the 3rd shift (22:45–6:45). This 100% onsite role supports the blow molding production line, tending basic machinery and assisting technicians while following safety and quality procedures.

Must be able to lift up to 50–55 pounds and work on a fast-paced manufacturing team. You will verify material readiness, load components, perform basic changeovers, assist with quality checks, and help maintain clean work areas.

Qualifications

• HS graduate or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and physical ability.
• Skill in the care and use of hand tools used to perform tasks.
• Possess strong safety knowledge of handling machinery.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Lifting requirement of up to 55 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Meet the daily production schedule.
• Perform minor operation and changeover procedures, assist on major changeovers.
• Verify availability of required components and supplies at workstation.
• Load equipment with production components (preforms, trays, inserts, boxes).
• Reconcile and return remaining components to locator after runs.
• Assist the Blow Mold Technician with quality checks.
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping of line and equipment.
• Start and stop machines and follow lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Operate machine control panels and touch screens, recognize system errors.
• Adhere to SOPs, cGMP, safety and housekeeping requirements.
• May train other associates as assigned.
• Must be able to repetitively lift up to 55 pounds.

Job description

Information about #32862 GPM Machine Operator I- 3rd Shift

Work Location: USA Wooster Campus - GPM

Shift: Shift 3 Wooster 22:45- 6:45

Role Type: 100% Onsite, must be able to lift 50 lbs

Role Objective

Tends basic line machinery and related equipment in a continuous production/processing operation. Follows production/process specifications or instructions as documented and directed. Assists the Blow Molding Process Technicians in the daily operation of the Blow Molding line. Performs all work in accordance with established safety and quality procedures.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Primary
• Meet the daily production schedule
• Perform minor operation and changeover procedures and assist Maintenance on major changeovers
• Verify availability of required components and supplies at workstation for upcoming and current orders
• Functions as part of the production crew to load equipment with the necessary production components such as, but not limited to, preforms, trays, inserts, and boxes
• Reconcile and return remaining components to the locator after production runs
• Assist the Blow Mold Technician in performing quality checks
• Maintain line and equipment within housekeeping and cleanliness guidelines
• Start and stop machines and comply with lock-out/tag-out procedures
• Must be familiar with and able to operate machine control panesl and touch screens, digital communication equipment, and can recognize system errors or faults
• Adhere to standard operating porcedures, cGMP, safety, and housekeeping requirements
• May train other associates as assigned
• Must be able to reqpetitively lift up to 55 pounds

Working Relationships (other departments)

• Production
• Quality
• Automation Technicians/Operators
• Logistics

Education and Experience

Basic Skills

• High School Graduate or Equivalent (GED) required
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and physical ability
• Skill in the care and use of hand tools (and any other equipment necessary) that is needed to perform tasks of the position
• Possess strong safety knowledge of handling machinery
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Lifting requirement of up to 55 pounds

Experience

Proficiency will be obtained through on-the-job training. Requires previous mechanical experience in a manufacturing environment. Knowledge of testing equipment and ability to operate this equipment. Ability to train others through on-the-job training.

Role Type

Direct Manufacturing/Distribution - 100% On-Site

Travel Requirements

Travel between campus locations in Northeast Ohio as needed

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Compensation & Benefits

The starting pay rate for this role is 19.08 per hour. In addition to base pay, all GOJO team members are bonus eligible. Click Here for a comprehensive list of benefits we offer including 401(k) match, parental leave, and onsite well-being care.

Clorox Purell is the business name of GOJO Industries, LLC, and we are an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We value different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

We kindly ask that recruiters, search agencies, or other third parties not submit candidates without prior written authorization from Clorox Purell, as we do not accept or compensate for unsolicited referrals.