Line Operator I 2nd Shift Mayo

WM B REILY & COMPANY INC; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

WM B REILY & COMPANY INC in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Line Operator to safely run production equipment, ensuring timely and quality product output while following GMP guidelines.

You will use the Digital Production System (Redzone) to track downtime and quality documents, perform equipment changeovers, and maintain clean, sanitary workstations. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and compliance with customer specs and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of machine operating/production experience preferred.
• Ability to start and stop equipment, complete a changeover, and operate one piece of equipment.
• Strong verbal and written communication, good time management, and the ability to follow rules and directions.
• Leadership attributes include a positive attitude, teamwork, and self-leadership.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment efficiently according to GMPs and safety requirements.
• Utilize Digital Production System (Redzone) to track downtime and quality documents.
• Complete changeovers for assigned equipment and/or production line.
• Learn and maintain customer standards for product specifications and quality.
• Read and follow daily instructions and specifications.
• Accurately complete all quality, traceability, and production paperwork.
• Report product deficiencies, safety concerns to supervisor.
• Perform minor equipment adjustments to keep equipment running optimally.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary workstation and assist with changeovers.
• Follow safety procedures and participate in safety training and initiatives.
• Report injuries or unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor.
• Support GMPs and emergency action plan compliance.
• Ensure products meet specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machine operation

Production experience

Quality documentation

Safety awareness

Team player

Leadership potential

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Location: Knoxville Plant - Knoxville, TN 37919

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

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