Merchandise Processor 3 – Automation Machine Operator - 1st Shift

F J Crew Building Contractors Ltd; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

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Job summary

JCG is seeking a Merchandise Processor 3 – Automation Machine Operator (1st Shift) in Lynchburg, VA. The role focuses on routine machine operation, minor adjustments, and quality control to meet production targets. You will work with bag/box machines, autobaggers/autoboxers, and coordinate with teammates to ensure throughput.

Training support and safety compliance are emphasized. The position requires strong mechanical and math skills, solid communication, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and math skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Good written and oral communication.
• Must be accurate and detail oriented.
• Strong organizational skills a must.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and follow-up skills.
• Strong partnership skills.
• Ability to work in a team and motivate others to achieve department goals.
• Knowledge of software applications in word processing and spreadsheets.
• Demonstrated good performance in current role.
• Must currently be in good standing with attendance.
• Must be in current position at least 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Operate bag/box machine with minor adjustments to meet quality and production requirements.
• Work from work orders, samples, and written/verbal instructions.
• Call maintenance for adjustments beyond training and safety.
• Use tools, load in-process work, and load onto shipping belt.
• Maintain production log and monitor quality of bagging and product.
• Audit bagging samples and taped offline orders for accuracy.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment and follow safety rules.
• Collaborate with teammates for material collection, tagging, and packaging.

Job description

_ Merchandise Processor 3 – Automation Machine Operator - 1st Shift _

Distribution Center

DESCRIPTION:

• Perform routine and repetitive duties involved in minor adjustments and operation of assigned machines to meet quality and production requirements
• Operate bag/box machine, making minor adjustments as required, in order to maintain quality and production requirements; operate machine in order to produce bags from a roll
• Successfully and safely operate all autoboxers and autobaggers
• Work from work orders, samples, specification book, written and verbal instructions
• Call maintenance crew when machine needs adjustments beyond training
• Use small tools, such as an overhead crane, measuring and weigh scale
• Obtain work instructions and properly select and load in-process work in prescribed manner
• Make adjustments in accordance with established standard operating procedures for machine operation
• Check, set controls, and reset as required for proper speed, feed, tension, or other related machine operation
• Remove completed work, recover and correct error work, identify, weigh, and properly induct onto shipping belt
• Work with teammates on collecting product, sorting product, taping product,and the following machines (banding, slug, Beck/Autobagger) to ensure maximum throughput
• Provideassistance with associate training and developmental efforts
• Consistently monitor quality of bagging and product to maintain standards
• Audit bagging samples during production to ensure quality of production
• Audit taped offline orders prior to processing
• Maintain production log to track detail of daily production and applicable downtime
• Understand computer forms and swiftly navigate computer software applications
• Record time or production information required on proper document
• Detect and report defective material, unusual conditions, or faulty equipment to proper supervision
• Maintain work, storage area, machine, and related equipment in a clean and orderly condition
• Observe all prescribed or standard safety rules and regulations
• Maintain workplace housekeeping to provide a safe, clean work environment
• Remove up to 50 pounds of trash intermittently and at the end of shift
• Participatein special projects as required
• Perform other similar or related duties as assigned or directed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong mechanical and math skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Good written and oral communication
• Must be accurate and detail oriented
• Strong organizational skills a must
• Strong communication, interpersonal and follow-up skills
• Strong partnership skills
• Ability to work in a team and motivate others to achieve department goals
• Knowledge of software applications in word processing and spreadsheets
• Demonstrated good performance in current role
• Must currently be in good standing with attendance
• Must be in current position at least 60 days

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift, carry, push, pull, reach, grasp, bend, stoop and climb for up to 10 hours at a time
• Climb stairs
• Stand for duration of work shift and walk/move continuously
• Work around moving machinery/equipment
• Adjust to climate changes; hot and cold extremes may occur in warehouse
• Perform frequent/reoccurring movement (folding, hanging clothing, wrapping, packing, closing, ticketing, etc.)
• Lift up to 50 pounds several times per day; weight requirements may vary within work areas; perform overhead lifting as necessary
• Work comfortably on open platform/loft areas that are elevated to a second or third story level

Work Schedule:

• Full-time
• Able to flex up and work overtime as needed

One of our core focuses here at JCGis creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds.

JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.