Multiskill Operative - 1st or 2nd Shift

British American Tobacco; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health benefits

On-site clinics

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Reynolds American in Clarksville, TN is seeking an entry‑level Multi‑Skill Operative for our manufacturing team. You’ll set up, operate and monitor fill equipment, manage packaging materials, and help maintain quality according to our standards.

You should have a high school diploma and basic computer skills, with the ability to work any shift. Training and opportunities for advancement are provided in our comprehensive benefits program and safety‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing machine operations role.
• Ability to work any shift.
• Lift truck, forklift and scissor lift certification required where applicable.
• Willingness to learn and follow department guidelines.
• Mechanical and mathematical aptitude.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, operate and monitor product fill equipment per detailed work instructions.
• Supply proper packaging materials per schedule guidelines and brand requirements.
• Inspect tobacco product fill equipment to ensure proper operation and quality.
• Communicate with other employees and supervision to ensure proper tobacco and materials are used and equipment is operating correctly.
• Notify supervision and quality control when tobacco, products or materials are not within specifications.
• Navigate MES, HMI and touch screens and complete accurate entries.
• Operate lifts to load/unload and supply materials per safety guidelines.
• Maintain proper material levels to ensure production continuity.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Effective oral and written comms

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

To achieve the ambition we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be the change!

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A MULTI-SKILL OPERATIVE

SENIORITY LEVEL: Entry level

FUNCTION: Operations

LOCATION: Clarksville, TN - American Snuff Company

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

Reports to

Manufacturing Supervisor

Number of Direct Reports

N/A

Core Relationships

Internal -Supervisor, SAM, Director, Peers

Geographic Scope

Local

Travel Required

N/A

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Set-up, operate and monitor product fill equipment per detailed work instructions.
• Supply proper packaging materials to department per schedule guidelines and brand requirements.
• Inspect tobacco product fill equipment to ensure proper operation and quality are maintained within established good manufacturing and quality guidelines.
• Communicate with other employees and supervision to ensure proper tobacco and materials are being used and equipment is operating appropriately.
• Notify Supervision and Quality Control when tobacco, products or materials are not within specifications.
• Navigate and monitor MES, HMI and touch screens and complete accurate entries.
• Operate industrial lift trucks and scissor lifts to load, unload trucks and supply materials per safety guidelines.
• Fill and maintain proper level of material in tobacco, can and lid hoppers to ensure adequate supply to maintain production.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Previous experience in a manufacturing machine operations role preferred.
• Must be able to work any shift.
• Required to pass lift truck, forklift and scissor lift certification requirements, where applicable in role.
• Ability and willingness to learn and retain knowledge regarding various duties and various department guidelines.
• Mechanical and mathematical aptitude.
• Basic computer skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail, proactivity, and effective follow-through.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Work Keys: Applied Math – Level 3, Workplace Documents – Level 3, Graphic Literacy – Level 3, Workplace Observation – Level 2
• Walking, climbing, stooping, reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working at heights to 25 feet.
• Must be visually capable to distinguish differences in color and wording on product and to detect non-tobacco related materials.

BENEFICIAL

• Tobacco processing and packaging equipment experience.
• MES, Ignition and touch screen navigation experience.

WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets
• Reynolds American certified as Great Place to Work
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Have you been on a career break for 18 months or longer? Are you ready to return to your career? If your answers to these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you. Regardless of why you took a break, we value you for all the skills you can bring to the workforce. Reignite your career, work flexibly, be part of a dynamic team and upskill yourself with on-the-job training and development support.

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!

SALARY AND BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Wage Information

• A targeted factory incentive bonus.

The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:

• 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.
  • Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent
  • Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not
• Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)
• Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan
• Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year
• On-site health clinics and fitness centers at manufacturing locations
• Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents
• Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan support
• Free confidential personal financial counseling service
• A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice
• Healthcare concierge service
• Volunteer service opportunities
• Extensive training opportunities
• Sick and Personal Time (up to 6 days)
• Vacation (15 days (pro-rated days during first year of service))
• Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion)
• Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity
• Short-Term Disability Leave
• Long-Term Disability Leave
• Jury Duty Leave
• Military Leave
• Released Time for Children’s Education
• Community Outreach Leave
• Other paid leave benefits,