Production Associate — First Shift 5a–3p (OT)

Greif

Austell (GA)

On-site

USD 18 - 28

Full time

24 hours ago
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Job summary

Greif is seeking a Production Associate for the First Shift in Austell, GA. The role involves safely setting up equipment, interpreting work orders, and performing quality checks within a 10-hour shift schedule from 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Thursday with overtime as needed.

Candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read measurements. The position offers a competitive hourly wage with potential incentives and comprehensive

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read scales and use hand tools.
  • Ability to read work orders and follow instructions precisely.
  • Good communication skills and dependable with regular on-site shifts.

Responsibilities

  • Safely set up equipment to meet production requirements.
  • Read and interpret work orders to understand packaging requirements.
  • Read a tape measure; use calipers and micrometers as needed.
  • Assist with changeovers between work orders to meet specifications.
  • Support machine operator with mandrel installation and adjustments.
  • Communicate quality concerns and equipment issues to the operator.
  • Remove finished cores and stack them onto pallets or trays.
  • Conduct periodic quality checks using the CSAR quality system.
  • Identify when to change nylon cutting sleeves and timing.
  • Troubleshoot quality issues such as double cuts or burrs.
  • Maintain compliance with OPEX recordkeeping.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude
Tape measure reading
Quality checks
Teamwork
10-hour shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Greif is seeking a Production Associate for the First Shift in Austell, GA. The role involves safely setting up equipment, interpreting work orders, and performing quality checks within a 10-hour shift schedule from 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Thursday with overtime as needed.

Candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read measurements. The position offers a competitive hourly wage with potential incentives and comprehensive

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