Machine Operator 1st Shift

Welch Packaging; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging company in Tennessee is seeking a Production Associate to assist with machine operation and maintain production standards. The role requires ensuring safety compliance and engaging in manual labor to meet customer demands. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. This position may require lifting up to 75 pounds and working in a loud environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a manufacturing/production environment required.
• Previous experience in a corrugated manufacturing environment is beneficial.
• Ability to work safely and adhere to all safety processes and policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with machine operation and manual labor.
• Ensure safety standards are maintained at all times.
• Setup and adjust machine settings to meet product specifications.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Organization and attention to detail

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Time management

Mathematical and deductive reasoning

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

SUMMARY

Responsible for helping to create finished products by assisting with machine operation, manual labor, and maintaining production standards. Production Associates will also be responsible for following all safety procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Actively engaged to meet daily customer demand and production schedule.
• Ensure safety standards are maintained at all times.
• Setup and adjust machine settings to meet product specifications.
• Troubleshoot problems throughout production run.
• Checks and assures box quality, including, but not limited to lost liner, warp, correct size, and print.
• Adhere to production schedule. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Production Lead.
• Performs job in a safe, efficient and productive manner, while maximizing the utilization of equipment at available capacity and speed.
• Train and assist assistant and helper with job duties on the machine.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
• Follows all company, local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
• Other tasks as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience: 2+ years in a manufacturing/production environment.

Ability to work safely adhering to all safety processes and policies.

Previous experience in a CORRUGATED manufacturing / production environment.

Previous Experience With Cycle Counting Preferred.

Forklift Experience a plus.

Proven ability to work safely adhering to all safety processes and policies.

Ability to work a flexible schedule on occasion to support operational and business needs.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES

• Strong written and oral communication.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Time management.
• Systems analysis.
• Mathematical and deductive reasoning.
• Critical thinking.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and communicate with team members.
• The employee frequently is required to use hands, reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• The employee must regularly lift and or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to ambient temperatures. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

DISCLAIMER

This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs’ essential functions.

Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected vete ran.