Night Shift Automation Operator

Colgate-Palmolive; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive Morristown site is seeking an Operations Technician for a night shift (6:00 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.). You will operate automated equipment, perform changeovers, and assist with maintenance on a 2-2-3 schedule. The role emphasizes product quality, safety, and adherence to GMP and FDA standards.

The position involves troubleshooting, documentation, and collaboration with warehouse and production teams to ensure on-time delivery and efficient operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of experience in manufacturing, military, or relevant production operations.
• Ability to adhere to safety and EOHS standards with PPE.
• Flexibility to work a 12-hour night shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain automated manufacturing equipment and perform changeovers.
• Troubleshoot issues to ensure continuous production and minimize downtime.
• Complete accurate GMP and FDA-compliant documentation for each batch.
• Coordinate with logistics to prepare and ship products; maintain clean work areas.
• Support continuous improvement using basic problem-solving tools and RCA.

Skills

Safety awareness

Quality focus

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational or Technical Degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Colgate-Palmolive Morristown site is seeking an Operations Technician for a night shift (6:00 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.). You will operate automated equipment, perform changeovers, and assist with maintenance on a 2-2-3 schedule. The role emphasizes product quality, safety, and adherence to GMP and FDA standards.

The position involves troubleshooting, documentation, and collaboration with warehouse and production teams to ensure on-time delivery and efficient operations.