Production Machine Operator B

Pepsi Bottling Ventures; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Machine Operator to join their dynamic team in Winston-Salem. In this role, you will operate high-speed machinery, ensuring product quality and compliance with safety standards. You'll be responsible for maintaining product flow, utilizing advanced technology, and performing necessary inspections. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your critical thinking and troubleshooting skills will shine. Join a company that values teamwork and provides a supportive atmosphere for your professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Critical thinking skills necessary for troubleshooting production line issues.

Responsibilities

• Operates and monitors high-speed machinery while ensuring production and safety standards.
• Completes line inspections and reports using computers/tablets.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Multi-tasking

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

HMI Devices

Tablets

Laptops

Job description

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Production Machine Operator B

Apply locations Winston-Salem, NC time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R-2025-524

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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 RESPONSIBILITES
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.