Operator - Kilgore

THE CLOSURE SYSTEMS COMPANIES INC; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Closure Systems International, Inc. in Kilgore, TX is seeking a manufacturing operator to support continuous production, ensure quality and safety, and follow all SOPs.

You will label, pack, and inspect products, report equipment issues, and coordinate with other departments to resolve problems quickly. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and prior manufacturing experience, with the ability to follow EHS and food safety guidelines and to operate walk-behind lifts after training.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment screens.
• Willing to work first or second shift.
• Experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to identify closure defects.
• Must be trained to operate walk-behind type lifts and pass a written and driving test.

Responsibilities

• Pack and label product per customer orders and specifications.
• Minimize waste and scrap; participate in problem-solving to improve efficiency.
• Monitor product quality using QC information and report issues.
• Maintain a clean work area and productive use of spare time.
• Promote teamwork using CSI principles.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

SOP compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Kilgore Plant - Kilgore, TX 75662

Job Description:

The Operator position requires experience and skill in following standard operating procedures, working standards, label standards, and all EHS and Food Safety requirements. The primary focus is the continuous production of quality products, reduction of downtime, ensuring equipment issues are reported to Production Tech, and continuous flow of product into boxes. Responsible for working with all departments to ensure problems are identified and resolved quickly. This position will report directly to the Production Supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Packs and properly labels product based on customer orders and specifications.
• Minimize waste and scrap; participates in problem solving efforts to make the area more efficient.
• Utilizes Quality Control information to monitor product quality, reports issues to Supervisor.
• Housekeeping-keeps work area clean; uses spare time constructively.
• Promotes teamwork utilizing CSI team principles for working together.
• Follow all procedures and SOP’s for the facility i.e., LTTV, GMP rules, etc.
• Be aware of hazardous materials in the area and the proper handling of hazardous materials.
• Be aware of, understand, and follow emergency procedures.
• Report all spills or other environmental incidents following EHS protocol.
• Follow all food safety guidelines while on the manufacturing floor.
• Report any deviation from food safety protocol to the functional responsible personnel.
• Each employee will do one bi-annual Quality/GMP Job Observation located on the EHS website.
• Complies with all OPEX (Operational Excellence) policies, procedures, and guidelines required of them in their current role; completes all required training, audits, and compliance tools.
• Be alert to and welcome new learning opportunities. Always try to increase education/training for yourself.

Educational and Other Skill RequirementsEducational and Other Skills Requirements:

• Preferred high school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in manufacturing.
• Must pass pre-employment screens
• Must be flexible, focus on attention to detail, and have enough visual perception to be able to identify closure defects as they are produced.
• Position requires the employee to be trained in the use of walk behind type lifts. The employee must pass both a written and driving test.
• MUST BE OPEN TO FIRST OR SECOND SHIFT

Additional information:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Closure Systems International, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.