Line Operator 2nd shift

Wm B Reily & Company; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Wm B Reily & Company is seeking a Line Operator for the Knoxville Plant. The role focuses on safely operating production equipment, ensuring quality products, and meeting timelines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include GMP adherence, using Redzone for downtime tracking, completing changeovers, maintaining product specifications, and ensuring documentation accuracy. A strong sense of safety and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of machine operating/production experience.
• Ability to start/stop equipment and perform a changeover.
• Strong verbal and written communication; time management.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment efficiently according to GMPs and safety requirements to meet daily labor and waste goals.
• Utilize Digital Production System (Redzone) to track downtime and communicate with support functions.
• Complete change overs for assigned equipment and/or production line.
• Learn and maintain customer standards for product specifications and acceptable quality.
• Read and follow instructions regarding daily expectations, requirements, or specifications.
• Accurately complete quality, traceability, and production paperwork.
• Report any product deficiencies, food, or safety concerns to supervisor.
• Perform minor equipment adjustments to ensure equipment operates optimally.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation and assist with change overs.
• Follow all safety procedures and participate in safety training and initiatives.
• Maintain safe use of equipment and report injuries or unsafe conditions.
• Support GMPs and emergency action plan adherence.
• Support food safety, quality, and legality.

Skills

Machine operation

Changeovers

Quality documentation

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Knoxville Plant - Knoxville, TN 37919Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: 2nd ShiftJob Category: Manufacturing2nd shift usually starts between 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

Job Description

The Line Operator is responsible for safely operating production equipment within the manufacturing facility and ensuring that quality products are produced timely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment efficiently according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), and food/employee safety requirements and guidelines to meet daily labor and waste goals as planned and driven by management
• Utilize Digital Production System (Redzone) to track downtime, perform quality compliance documents and communicate with support functions
• Complete change overs for their assigned equipment and/or production line
• Learn and maintain customer standards for product specifications and acceptable quality
• Read and follow instructions regarding daily expectations, requirements, or specifications
• Accurately completes all quality, traceability, and production paperwork
• Report any product deficiencies, food, or safety concerns to supervisor
• Perform minor equipment adjustments to ensure equipment is operating optimally
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation and assists others with product change overs
• Follow all safety procedures and actively participate in safety training and safety system ownership initiatives
• Maintain safe and efficient use of equipment, tools, and person; reports any injury, accident, or unsafe condition to supervisor immediately
• Support and comply with GMP’s; understand and follow emergency action plan
• Support food safety, quality, and legality
• Ensure the operation is providing food-safe, quality products which meet or exceed all product specifications and regulatory requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports the well-being, financial security, and work-life balance of our employees.

• 10 Paid Company Holidays
• Generous Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Comprehensive, Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for you and your family
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care FSA (DCFSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and discretionary profit sharing
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and financial wellness resources
• Company‑Paid Disability
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance equal to 3× annual compensation
• And more benefits designed to support your health, wealth, and well‑being

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of machine operating/production experience preferred
• Technical skills include the ability to start and stop equipment, complete a changeover, and operate one piece of equipment
• Interpersonal skills include good verbal and written communication, good time management skills and the ability to follow rules and directions
• Leadership skills include a positive attitude, being a team player and self-leadership