Production Operator I

Opta Group LLC.; Milan (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

PTA Plastics is seeking a Production Operator I to support daily production tasks under the supervision of the Shift Leader. The role involves packaging, cleaning, equipment maintenance, and data tracking to ensure smooth operations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, solid communication and math skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Prior manufacturing experience and the ability to work both in a team and independently are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good communication and basic math skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Previous experience in a production/manufacturing setting.
• Capable of working in a team and independently.
• Capable of following a production report while working independently.

Responsibilities

• Packaging 10 - 50 lb. bags of bulk product via saddle to pallet as well as filling 3000 lb. super sacks
• Cleaning of the warehouse and equipment as required
• Daily maintenance of equipment
• Calls specialists when more serious problems occur
• Tracks various data associated with production equipment
• Reports any inconsistencies and uses standard repair procedures
• Work in compliance with company safety and operating procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication

Basic math

Teamwork

Independent work

Production reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The Production Operator I will report directly to the Shift Leader and is responsible for performing a variety of production tasks to assist with operations in production.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Packaging 10 - 50 lb. bags of bulk product via saddle to pallet as well as filling 3000 lb. super sacks
• Cleaning of the warehouse and equipment as required
• Daily maintenance of equipment
• Calls specialists when more serious problems occur
• Tracks various data associated with production equipment
• Reports any inconsistencies and uses standard repair procedures
• Work in compliance with company safety and operating procedures
• Other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Good communication and basic math skills
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Previous experience in a production/manufacturing setting
• Capable of working in a team and independently
• Capable of following a production report while working independently