Machine Operator- 12hr Rotating Swing Shifts (Am/Pm)

The Clorox Company; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clorox Company is hiring a Machine Operator to run and maintain the production line at the Atlanta-West facility in Forest Park, GA. The ideal candidate will troubleshoot mechanical issues, perform line changes, and support quality control for high standards of manufacturing safety and efficiency.

Shifts are 12 hours (7AM–7PM, 7PM–7AM) on a rotating swing schedule with overtime opportunities during peak demand.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Some vocational/technical or mechanical coursework preferred.
• 1–2 years of machine operator experience in manufacturing ideal (3+ years preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Operate production line machinery, ensuring start-ups and run times are maintained.
• Perform changeovers on lines/equipment following procedures and safety guidelines.
• Troubleshoot, fix, and repair mechanical malfunctions and jams.
• Identify quality issues and collaborate with teams to meet quality standards.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and parts and order replacements as needed.
• Assist with improvement projects and equipment installations with engineering.
• Follow all safety procedures and OSHA/Clorox standards and document maintenance work.
• Attend training sessions to stay updated on equipment and technologies.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Read schematics

Quality control

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical coursework

Tools

Packaging equipment

Job description

## Machine Operator- 12hr Rotating Swing Shifts (Am/Pm)Apply: Forest Park, GA - USA (West Facility): Full time: Posted Today: JR23409Clorox is the place that’s committed to growth – for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities, and teammates. Join our team. #CloroxIsThePlace**Your role at Clorox:**The Clorox Company is seeking a qualified candidate for a machine operator position to operate, maintain and troubleshoot our production line equipment at our Atlanta-West facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring lines are operating efficiently- minimizing downtime and adhering to safe practices. Production lines vary in heavy industrial machine equipment and technical skills. Products are manufactured to the highest standards of quality and efficiency. Starting hourly rate: $24.63 with opportunities to advance through a skill-based pay system. Shift differentials for overnight shift hours. Note this role is rotating swing shifts- rotating both day and night shift. Shifts are 7AM-7PM and 7PM-7AM.**In this role, you will:*** Operate production line machinery equipment efficiently, ensuring start/set ups, and running times for products are maintained accurately.* Perform changeovers on lines/equipment's, following established procedures and protocols and safety standard guidelines.* Capable of troubleshooting, fixing, and repairing mechanical malfunctions, product jams, or failures, utilizing mechanical knowledge and skills.* Identify quality issues as they arise, collaborating with teams as needed to ensure that products meet or exceed established quality standards.* Maintain an accurate inventory of all supplies and/or parts assigned ordering replacements as needed.* Assist with completion of improvement projects and equipment installations, working with the engineering team as needed.* Follow all safety procedures and protocols, ensuring all equipment is operated safely and responsibly.* Document all maintenance and repair work in accordance with established procedures.* Attending all the training sessions required, staying up to date on new equipment and technologies.* Safety is a core value at Clorox; therefore, all employees must perform all their work in accordance with OSHA and Clorox safety standards.**What we look for:*** High school diploma equivalent required; (some vocational/technical or mechanical coursework in similar areas, highly preferred).* The minimum of (1-2) years of previous experience as a machine operator in a manufacturing environment is ideal. (3+ yrs. highly preferred).* A resume is required.* Ability to troubleshoot, identify root causes, and mechanical technical skills (highly preferred).* Knowledge of packaging equipment and processes, as well as quality control principles, i.e., SOP’s, GMPs, 5S’s, WCM.* Able to collaborate effectively with vendors, suppliers, and various team members.* Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.* Strong attention to detail, able to follow established procedures and protocols.* Other transferable skills such as mechanics, maintenance, blow molding, or machine-shop (preferred).* Military/Veteran experience (preferred).* Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the production area for extended periods.* Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching to operate and maintain equipment.* Manual dexterity for handling tools, parts, and machinery components.* Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and exposure to machinery.* Work periods of 12 hr. shifts- rotating swing shift schedules- currently this facility is on a 7am-7pm schedule with flexibility for overtime, weekends, or off-shift hours during high-demand periods or if a business need arises.