Production Operator

Georgia-Pacific; Paragould (AR); On-site; USD 26,725 - 30,996; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging company in Paragould, AR is looking for Production Operators to ensure efficient production and packaging. Responsibilities include operating thermoforming equipment and maintaining product quality. Candidates should have at least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment and be proficient with computers. The position offers a salary between $19.40 and $22.50 per hour, with a night shift and shift differential pay. Ideal candidates will have at least three years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• One or more years of experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, automotive, agricultural, or military environment.
• Experience working with a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

Responsibilities

• Operate thermoforming equipment including extruders, ovens, and trim press.
• Troubleshoot and adjust thermoforming equipment settings.
• Ensure the quality of the product meets standards.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Computer skills

Job description

Your Job

Anchor Packaging, a Georgia Pacific company, is looking for individuals to join their dynamic team of Production Operators at the Paragould, AR facility. The Production Operator’s primary responsibility is to ensure efficient production and packaging of a quality product at the appropriate cost while maintaining or enhancing employee morale.

Pay: $19.40–$22.50

• Night Shift: 6:55 pm to 7:00 am

Shift differential for nights: $0.75

What You Will Do

• Operate thermoforming equipment including extruders, ovens, former and trim press at targeted efficiencies while maintaining product quality and following all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Troubleshoot and adjust thermoforming equipment settings.
• Ensure the quality of the product meets standards through visual inspections and testing equipment.
• Use a computer to retrieve and enter product information.
• Ensure labels and packaging materials match product and work orders.
• Assist with changeovers and minor preventive maintenance (PMs).
• Promote timely and effective communication between packers, other operators, supervisors, and support staff.
• Follow and maintain all safety policies and critical safety behaviors while ensuring assigned team members adhere to the same safety standards.
• Perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 70 lbs, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day in a loud/noisy, industrial, high-volume environment.

Basic Qualifications

• One (1) or more years of experience working in a manufacturing, warehouse, automotive, agricultural, or military environment.
• Experience working with a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Three (3) or more years of experience working in a manufacturing, warehouse, automotive, agricultural, or military environment.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf