Production Operator II

Niagara Bottling, LLC; Indiana, Jeffersonville (PA, IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Team Members for the Production Operator I role. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment where you can make a real impact. Responsibilities include maintaining production lines, ensuring safety standards, and performing quality checks. With opportunities for career growth and development, this role is perfect for those looking to build a satisfying career in manufacturing. Join a team that values commitment and innovation, and be part of a mission to deliver high-quality bottled water to customers.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating multiple manufacturing machines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production line equipment and perform minor adjustments.
• Complete and update production logs and reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality control.

Skills

Manufacturing Process Knowledge

Equipment Operation

Safety Awareness

Quality Control

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Tools

Oracle/MES

Job description

At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers with the highest quality, most affordable bottled water.

Consider applying here if you want to:

1. Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
2. Develop lasting relationships with great people.
3. Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Production Operator I

Performs a variety of tasks requiring knowledge of production processes and is responsible for day-to-day operations associated with the production lines.

Essential Functions

1. Responsible for overall maintenance of a production line, including starting and stopping all equipment (palletizers, carton makers, carton sealers, drop packers, injection, etc.) as applicable.
2. Ability to perform minor adjustments to production equipment as directed. No mechanical work is to be performed without prior approval.
3. Responsible for accurately completing and updating information forms and logs such as Machine Report, Quality Report, Downtime Report, and Carton Top Load Report.
4. Ability to recognize unsafe conditions and actions and follow plant safety rules including safe lifting practices and safe machine operations. Use personal protective equipment where required.
5. Maintain general housekeeping in all areas of production, including break rooms and rest rooms. Bale plastic, cardboard, and contaminated bottles when needed; grind bottles when needed.
6. Keep raw materials like bottle caps, labels, cartons, trays, tray and pallet wraps, pallet glue for hot melt tanks, slip sheets, etc., in adequate amounts to ensure continuous operation.
7. Maintain quality standards according to company standards; accurately fill out hourly inspection sheets based on overall production quality. Report all quality defects immediately.
8. Work in multiple areas of production with minimal supervision; perform relief duties when required.
9. Troubleshoot minor production equipment issues and collaborate with maintenance as necessary.
10. Understand computer systems such as Oracle/MES or current order management system.
11. Understand line flow and manufacturing processes to maximize throughput.
12. Communicate issues clearly and concisely.
13. Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
14. Work 12-hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

Note: This job description is not exhaustive and duties may change at any time.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• 2 years of experience in the specific position.
• No experience managing people/projects required.
• Experience operating multiple manufacturing machines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4 years of experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• 4 years of experience in the specific position.
• 2 years of experience managing people/projects.

Note: Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.

Core Competencies

This position embodies Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on:

• Lead Like an Owner: Prioritizing safety, respecting others, resolving customer issues, and honoring commitments.
• InnovACT: Recommending improvements, reacting to changes, and increasing performance.
• Find a Way: Developing technical knowledge, understanding interdepartmental impacts, and seeking solutions.
• Empowered to be Great: Seeking self-improvement, communicating effectively, and managing expectations.

Education

• Minimum Required: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree.

Certification/License

• Required: N/A
• Preferred: N/A

Foreign Language

• Required: None
• Preferred: None

Benefits

https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

Note: Los Angeles County applicants will be considered in accordance with local laws.

Employment agencies and submitters acknowledge that resumes become property of Niagara Bottling, LLC, and that the company may hire at its discretion.

Niagara Plant Name: LOUISVILLE