Lead Manufacturing Operator - Equipment & Quality

The Carlstar Group; Clinton (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Carlstar Group is seeking an experienced manufacturing operator in Clinton, TN to lead a team and operate heavy equipment to meet production specifications and throughput goals.

Responsibilities include following standard work, performing visual and dimensional inspections, handling materials, and ensuring a clean, safe work area while maintaining equipment and inventory for efficient production.

Qualifications

• Education, Experience and Skills Required:
• Able to train quickly through on the job experience with a hands on approach
• Verbal and written communication skills to report performance to management
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment while meeting production and quality goals
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid forklift or equipment license as needed or required
• Must read, write and communicate in English

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy manufacturing equipment to produce materials to specification requirements
• Learn and follow standard work for all areas as assigned
• Evaluate products through visual and dimensional inspection techniques to ensure conformance to tolerance and specifications and address any quality concerns found.
• Organize, load and move in process materials and finished products as required to maintain expected efficiencies.
• Recognize when routine adjustments are necessary and identify errors at the earliest possible stage to minimize production rework
• Detect and report faulty operation, defective, and/or unusual material or equipment conditions. Work with support departments to resolve the issue identified.
• Abide by all safety and quality specifications
• Operate powered industrial vehicles
• Check computer for production schedule and requirements for run(s)
• Set-up the machine according to specifications.
• Responsible for cleaning and some maintenance of the machine.
• Enter information into MRP system as required
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Perform additional tasks as assigned

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Critical thinking

Verbal and written communication

Hands-on training ability

English literacy

Forklift certification (license)

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Carlstar Group is seeking an experienced manufacturing operator in Clinton, TN to lead a team and operate heavy equipment to meet production specifications and throughput goals.

Responsibilities include following standard work, performing visual and dimensional inspections, handling materials, and ensuring a clean, safe work area while maintaining equipment and inventory for efficient production.