KP Machine Operator

Melaleuca, Inc.,; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Melaleuca, Inc. in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Manufacturing Associate to support on-site tuber and filling lines, equipment setup, and line changeovers. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency, with hands-on responsibilities from preparing lines to cleaning and maintenance.

You will record batch details, assist in training coworkers, operate equipment, and help ensure accurate labels, documentation, and daily shift checklists while maintaining a clean production area.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 65 lbs consistently for an 8-hour shift.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Ability to operate mechanical equipment.
• Read and perform basic math for reports and labels.
• Manual dexterity for spraying, sweeping and assembly tasks.
• Prior manufacturing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Hooks up vats or tanks.
• Prepare lines for operation by adjusting settings and components.
• Clean video jet head and inspect labels.
• Operate filling lines and verify fill levels and batch codes.
• Complete shift reports with product details and times.
• Assist in training coworkers and perform daily equipment maintenance.
• Maintain line cleanliness and changeover efficiency.
• Direct line associates on filling line as needed.

Skills

Independent worker

Written & verbal communication

Work under stress

Lifting 65 lbs

Manual dexterity

Operate mechanical equipment

Basic math & data entry

Quality documentation

Team guidance

Cleaning & maintenance

Job description

Manufacturing Plant
Knoxville, TN 37914, USA

• On-site
• Manufacturing
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: KPMAC004692

Description

Responsibilities:

• Hooks up vats or tanks
• Prepares the tuber or filling lines for operation by adjusting table height, fill levels, heat setting, scissor – nozzle height, bottles, or tubes, and getting totes, preparing paperwork, adjusts capper and sealer and rails, etc.
• Cleans Video Jet head, checking placement of labels, stamp and rails.
• Operates the tuber or filling lines within quality standards by manually placing tubes and bottles or using an automatic machine, checking fill levels, batch code; boxing product, placing on a pallet, scraping vat as needed, filling hopper as needed with a bucket of product, cleaning buckets, filling tube loader with tubes, etc. Filling hopper as needed with caps and placing labels on labeler.
• Completes reports, labels, etc. with information (i.e., name of product, quantity, names of people, date, shift, etc.)
• Assists in training other associates as needed by showing proper procedures, answering questions, etc.
• Performs daily equipment maintenance and upkeep duties (i.e., mopping, cleaning, etc.)
• Inspects and maintains quality of product being produced based on requirements set.
• Enters data in Computer as needed.
• Performs various clean-up duties by disassembling the machine (i.e. taking down the valve body assembly, hopper or hose, injector assembly, valve piston, etc.), spraying and washing equipment, sweeping and mopping floors, etc., washing of nozzles, kalish pumps, weldon pump, overhead pipes.
• Ensures efficiency in changeover/ work with maintenance.
• Overall cleanliness of machine and floor.
• Responsible for filling out daily shift check off list.
• Ensure components are used in lot sequence.
• Directs assigned line associates on filling line as needed or required.

Qualifications:

• Ability to work independently.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under stress.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 65 lbs. consistently for eight (8) hours.
• Pulling, stretching, bending, and lifting for duration of shift.
• Ability to operate mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read, write, perform basic math (i.e., add, subtract, multiply, divide) for completing of reports, sheets, labels, ect.
• Manual dexterity (speed and accuracy) for such duties as spraying, sweeping, mopping, and toting.
• Standing, sitting, or walking for duration of shift.
• Pulling, stretching, bending, and lifting for duration of shift.
• Visually read bottles, product, invoices and perform inspections, etc.
• Ability to organize and coordinate projects and people.
• Ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities with efficiency and accuracy.
• Basic Computer and typing skills preferred.

Additional:

• Ability to operate a high-pressure hose.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Ability to climb stairs.

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