Production Operator

Duracard; Cottage Grove, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Duracard in Cottage Grove, MN is seeking a Production Operator to perform tasks involved in the production of Bristol ID’s products. You will report to the Production Manager and work as part of a manufacturing team to ensure quality and efficiency across the production line.

The role emphasizes safe operation of equipment, attention to detail, timely data recording, and a willingness to participate in process improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or current pursuit required.

Responsibilities

• Feed and unload products from production equipment.
• Handle, install, position, move, and manipulate materials with hands and arms.
• Operate machines using control mechanisms.
• Inspect products for defects.
• Record information per established policies and procedures.
• Assemble, label, and inspect boxes for packing specifications.
• Remove finished or defective products to designated areas.
• Operate any required production equipment.
• Help maintain facility cleanliness (interior and exterior).
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.
• Suggest process improvements.

Skills

Familiarity with product lines

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED or currently pursuing

Job description

Description

Job Title: Production Operator

Reports to: Production Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Position Objective / Summary: The Production Operator performs all tasks involved in the production of Bristol ID’s products by performing the following duties:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Feed and / or unload products from production equipment
• Use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, moving, and manipulating materials
• Use control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines
• Inspect product for flaws
• Record information according to established policies and procedures
• Assemble, label, and examine boxes to ensure packing specifications are met
• Remove completed or defective products, placing them in specified areas
• Operates any equipment needed to perform job
• Aid in facility cleanliness; interior and exterior
• Performs related duties as needed by supervision
• Makes recommendations for process improvement

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: the requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Familiarity with all product lines
• Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple tasks
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, or lift for long periods of time
• Ability to work as part of a team

Education Requirements:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) or current pursuit of such required

Working Conditions: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day
• Reaching above shoulder height, below the waist, or lifting as required
• Exposure to the manufacturing area where personal protective equipment may be required
• Ambient room temperatures and lighting as found in a typical manufacturing environment
• May work at different workstations as production needs require, or shifts from one station to another during the production process
• Exposure to shop elements such as noise, dust, and odors