Pasting Operator l

Trojan Battery Company; Sandersville (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Trojan Battery Company is seeking a Formation Operator in Sandersville, GA to ensure correct acid level and perform visual inspections for defects. The role emphasizes safety, PPE usage, and adherence to the quality policy in day-to-day activities.

Responsibilities include assembling batteries, managing conveyors, and verifying polarity and cabling for each unit while maintaining clean, organized workstations. Prior production experience supports success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months to 1 year of machine operator experience preferred.
• Stand-up lift / forklift certification required.
• Basic math and reading comprehension are essential for job tasks.

Responsibilities

• Place caps onto batteries according to type.
• Operate conveyors and manage off-loading from lines.
• Identify and flag defects before acid filling.
• Ensure correct battery polarity and cable selection.
• Maintain accurate battery rack labeling for traceability.
• Demonstrate proper PPE usage and maintain clean work area.
• Meet all quality and production requirements.

Skills

Math skills

Read English

Basic computer skills

Quality awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Position Overview Formation Operator assures correct acid level and conduct a visual inspection for cosmetic defects. Areas of Focus Formation Operator complies with all safety requirements and proper use of PPE. Additionally, Formation Operator understands & practices the Quality policy day to day.

Responsibilities Level I

• Place caps onto batteries according to battery type
• Perform the proper function of stacking on / off from conveyors
• Identify all defects prior to filling with acid (1st fill)
• Analyze the correct direction of the batteries during off bearing. (Understand correct polarity of batteries)
• Identify the correct cable (jumpers) to be placed on specific types of batteries
• Demonstrate proper use of table lift during off bearing
• Ensure correct marking on the battery rack to aid Circuit Tender
• Display correct use of PPE
• Perform general housekeeping
• Meets all quality requirements and standards
• Meets all production requirements

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 6 months – 1-year machine operator experience
• Stand-up Lift / Forklift Certification
• Basic computer skills
• Read and understand basic English
• Perform basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
• Experience in an assembly/production environment if you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Powering the world is rapidly changing. C&D / Trojan (C&D Technologies, Inc., and Trojan Battery Company, LLC) is a leading global producer of energy storage solutions driven by technology and innovation. We share a common vision and work as one team supporting each other across a collaborative and dynamic organization.