Production Machine Operator B

Pepsi Bottling Ventures LLC; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Machine Operator to join their dynamic team in Winston-Salem. This role involves operating high-speed machinery, ensuring product quality, and maintaining a clean work environment. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting, utilizing critical thinking and troubleshooting skills to ensure smooth production processes. If you are ready to embrace a challenging yet rewarding opportunity, this position offers the chance to contribute to a leading bottling company and grow your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Operates and monitors high-speed machinery while ensuring product quality.
• Completes line inspections and reports using computers/tablets.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Multi-tasking

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PLC Controllers

HMI Devices

Tablets

Laptops

Job description

Production Machine Operator B

Apply locations Winston-Salem, NC

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 23 Days Ago

Job requisition id: R-2025-75

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Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Operates and monitors high speed machinery while complying with production and safety standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

1. Maintains all product flow.
2. Ensures comprehensive product quality.
3. Utilizes computer screens and functions, and is familiar with HMI functionality.
4. Supports OEE functions on line, interprets data and makes adjustments, as needed.
5. Maintains a clean work area and clean equipment.
6. Completes all necessary line inspections and reports using computers/tablets on the line.
7. Assists with line change over.
8. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or GED required. Previous manufacturing experience preferred. Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, with the ability to multi-task and troubleshoot; critical thinking skills are necessary. Interfaces with Allen Bradley PLC controller and touch screen devices. Must be able to work hours necessary to complete assigned tasks. This position is 40 plus hours per week, Memorial Day through Labor Day; frequently work will be on Saturdays and Sundays in the summer. Possible flex shifts of 12 hour days. Must be able to successfully complete the forklift certification, as applicable.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL AND PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

Mental Functions
Production lines are controlled by PLC controllers which require critical thinking to troubleshoot problems. Work stations are repetitive yet variable in nature due to the different products and package configurations. Variability is moderate to high depending on volume demands.

Physical Functions
Constantly (67%-100%) required to stand. Occasionally (0%-33%) required to walk and lift up to 50 pounds.

EQUIPMENT USED
Manufacturing equipment. Must understand and be able to use laptops, HMIs, tablets. Must be able to enter data into the system, and interpret data sent to the work station. Must understand the mechanical aspects of each piece of equipment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend English proficiently.

Unfortunately, we will be unable to offer visa sponsorships to candidates.

EOE M/F/D/V

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1-800-662-8792 or via e-mail at [e-mail]