Operator Manufacturing IV NU

Coca-Cola Consolidated; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

401(k) match

Health coverage

Employee stock purchase plan

Purpose-driven

Professional development

Job summary

Coca-Cola Consolidated in Sandston is seeking an Operator Manufacturing IV to set up and run production lines, monitor performance, and make adjustments to ensure product quality and on-time delivery. You will inspect parts, perform routine maintenance, and assist with changeovers while leading peers on the line.

Expect a fast-paced, noisy manufacturing environment with physical demands, weekend work, and emphasis on safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of work experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain assigned machines.
• Inspect parts and adjust tools to meet quality specifications.
• Lead peers on the production line and follow established procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine housekeeping on equipment.
• Assist with set up, changeovers, and machine adjustments to meet timelines.
• Unload/load products and handle palletizing and stacking operations.
• Follow safety rules and use protective equipment as required.

Skills

Technical/Mechanical aptitude

Leadership potential

Fast-paced work environment

Physical stamina (lift 25 lbs)

Weekend work

Hearing protection usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Palletizing machines

Stretch wrap machine

RF Tablet

Job description

Requisition ID: 263556

Locations: Sandston

Pay Range: $23.40 - $25.20 Hourly, depending on experience

Schedule: 1st Shift on a 2-2-3 Schedule

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Job Overview

The Operator Manufacturing IV is responsible for setting up, operating, monitoring, troubleshooting, and performing preventive maintenance on assigned machines. The Operator Manufacturing IV is also responsible for inspecting parts and making adjustments or tool changes as necessary to maintain quality specifications. This position also assists with setting up and operating production equipment following established procedures and guidelines and adjusting machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications, and in a timely fashion. The Operating Manufacturing IV also serves as a peer leader for their assigned production line.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs necessary pre-operation activities on multiple pieces of equipment to ensure proper equipment startup and operation
• Operates multiple pieces of equipment and monitors equipment during operation, performs setup and changeover, inspects parts, and makes adjustments or tool changes as necessary to maintain quality specifications and to ensure quality production and minimal unplanned stops
• Performs scheduled quality assurance tests following good manufacturing practices and communicates results with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials
• Performs housekeeping activities and sanitations on production equipment
• Provides training to new associates and leads peers on a production line by communicating tasks and giving instructions to ensure maximum quality and productivity
• May operate equipment including Palletizing machines (more than 2 machines) to maintain factory efficiency, changeover the machine to different SKU and package sizes
• May operate Stretch Wrap machine and operate the computerized Pallet Tag machine
• Unload of product from the Palletizing machines, or loading the product directly into trailers using Radio Frequency (RF) Tablet
• Scan the product while safely stacking product in the Warehouse bin locations

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Technical, mechanical aptitude for initial basic troubleshooting
• Ability to lead peers and desire to take on greater levels of leadership responsibility in the future
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment
• Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs., stand on feet for prolonged periods of time and climb stairs as needed
• Weekend work will be required, including some holidays as scheduled to support customer demand
• Equipment noise is elevated requiring the use of hearing protectionSeasonal temperatures can be expected

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge acquired through 1 to up to 3 years of work experience

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Work Environment

Noisy, wet, and extreme temperature environment

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.