Operator - 1st Shift

Energizer Holdings; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Energizer Holdings is seeking an Operator for the 1st shift in Vandalia, OH. You will safely operate and set up liquid filling line equipment, perform PMs, verify quality, and maintain records to support production targets.

Key responsibilities include troubleshooting line issues, ensuring KPIs are met, and adhering to safety protocols. This role emphasizes continuous improvement and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or 0–2 years of manufacturing or mechanical experience.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including use of two‑way radios.
• Ability to follow, apply, and improve standard work procedures.
• Problem‑solving, decision‑making, and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to meet critical deadlines.
• Basic computer skills for production reporting and machine monitoring.
• TPM/Lean Manufacturing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely set up, operate, monitor, and change over liquid filling line equipment to meet production requirements.
• Understand and speak to production flow, processes, and performance metrics.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance (PMs) on assigned equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and clearly communicate equipment issues to the Line Lead and/or Maintenance.
• Ensure that the production line is adequately supplied to meet established KPIs.
• Conduct and document required quality checks using established measuring techniques and standards.
• Maintain work areas and tools in line with Visual Management and 5S standards.
• Maintain accurate and complete production, quality, and safety records.
• Adhere to all safety requirements, including JSA, LOTO, pinch point awareness, and PPE usage.
• Follow written and visual instructions, including SOPs and Standard Work.
• Participate in safety, cost, quality, productivity, and Lean Manufacturing/continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in training and onboarding of other colleagues as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Follow SOPs

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

What you'll love about this job

Energizer Holdings is leading the charge to connect our brands, our people and the products we offer to the world more than anyone else. Together, we’re creating a game plan for the future – one that defines where and how we’ll play, and what it takes to win.

Our colleagues hail from all backgrounds, nationalities and walks of life, but our shared values and passion for winning make us one team. Whatever your specialty, you’ll find that excelling at Energizer Holdings provides opportunities to grow in ways you never expected.

This is Energizer Holdings, Inc.

Energizer Holdings responsibly creates products to make lives easier and more enjoyable. To do this, we lean into our culture as an organization – we win together, while serving each other, with a willingness to act boldly, all while doing right. Our colleagues hail from all backgrounds, nationalities and walks of life, but our shared mission and purpose make us one team. Because we’re a global organization, you will always have opportunities to learn, grow and develop in your career. We support flexible working arrangements wherever possible.

Position Summary

1st Shift: 7AM - 3PM

The Operator is responsible for safely operating multiple pieces of equipment on a liquid filling production line. This role supports production through equipment setup and changeovers, preventive maintenance, quality verification, accurate documentation, and participation in continuous improvement initiatives. The Operator plays a key role in ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Safely set up, operate, monitor, and change over liquid filling line equipment to meet production requirements.

• Understand and speak to production flow, processes, and performance metrics.

• Perform routine preventive maintenance (PMs) on assigned equipment.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and clearly communicate equipment issues to the Line Lead and/or Maintenance.

• Ensure that the production line is adequately supplied to meet established Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

• Conduct and document required quality checks using established measuring techniques and standards.

• Maintain work areas and tools in accordance with Visual Management and 5S standards, identifying and correcting abnormalities.

• Maintain accurate and complete production, quality, and safety records.

• Adhere to all safety requirements, including Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Lock‑Out/Tag‑Out (LOTO), pinch point awareness, and PPE usage.

• Follow written and visual instructions, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Standard Work.

• Participate in safety, cost, quality, productivity, and Lean Manufacturing/continuous improvement initiatives.

• Assist in training and onboarding of other colleagues as assigned.

• Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs.

We we are looking for

• High School Diploma or GED OR 0–2 years of manufacturing or mechanical experience.

• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues.

• Good verbal and written communication skills, including use of two‑way radios.

• Ability to follow, apply, and improve standard work procedures.

• Problem‑solving, decision‑making, and organizational skills.

• Attention to detail and the ability to meet critical deadlines.

• Basic computer skills for production reporting and machine monitoring.

• TPM/Lean Manufacturing experience is a plus.

• SAP experience is strongly preferred.

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs; push and pull up to 40 lbs.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

• Frequent bending, reaching, stretching, twisting, climbing, pulling, pushing, and lifting.

• Ability to safely work around moving machinery and production equipment.

Come join us!

Energizer is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Total Rewards Package

The pay rate for this position is up to USD $20.60/Hr. per hour

Please note that the pay rate provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.

Energizer strives to create a supportive work environment centered around colleagues’ professional and personal well-being. Our total rewards package provides comprehensive benefits to attract, retain, and protect our colleagues – including health and welfare insurance, parental leave, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.