Senior Forming Operator - B Shift (7PM -7:30AM)

Nichiha; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Nichiha in Macon, GA is seeking a Senior Forming Operator for the B shift (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM). This on-site role focuses on operating forming equipment, maintaining safety standards, and supporting continuous production processes.

The ideal candidate will follow OSHA guidelines, manage basic equipment tasks, and work in a dusty/noisy plant environment with physical demands such as lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forming equipment and following safety procedures.
• Ability to inspect and maintain associated machinery components.
• Physical ability to perform duties including lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for long periods.

Skills

Sensor adjustment

Wiring inspection

Conveyor maintenance

Hazardous waste handling

PPE compliance

Job description

Senior Forming Operator - B Shift (7PM -7:30AM)

• Posted : September 25, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Macon, GA 31216, USA

Description

SAFETY:

• 1) Understand and follow all safety procedures
  • a) Current on all safety trainings
  • b) Wears all required PPE when necessary (steel toe boots, safety glasses, ear plugs)
• 2) Understand Lock Out Tag Out procedures for assigned areas.
• 3) Perform duties according to OSHA guidelines, policies and procedures
• 4) Complete General Plant Safety Training within the first 8 weeks .

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• 1) Adjust sensor to ensure proper operation
• 2) Inspect wires, sheet end cutter for build-up, vacuum systems to track position to ensure proper function.
• 3) Clean pipes, conveyor belts, line rollers, forming pit, trenches and grates.
• 4) Dispose of hazardous waste in an appropriate manner.
• 5) Clean forming and press felt by using HCL and proper rinsing techniques
• 7) Pump out the water from the Pulpier and BC conveyor pits by using the gas diaphragm pump

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• 1) Must be able to lift at least 50lbs and to push-pull up to 75lbs.
• 2) Must be able to work long periods while continuously standing, twisting, bending, reaching, and stooping.
• 3) Must be able to work environment which is dusty and noisy.
• 4) Must be able to work in plant environment with extreme seasonal temperatures.

BEHAVIORS:

• 1) Safety
  • a) Holds Self and Others accountable
  • b) Contributes to “The Nichiha Way”
  • c) Shares lessons learned on safety practices
  • d) Demonstrates self-care and mutual-care
• 2) Cooperation
  • a) Team Player
  • b) Treats others with respect
  • c) Helps others
  • d) Thinks of team before self
• 3) Personal Awareness
  • a) Self-awareness of strengths and weaknesses
  • b) Understanding of adhering to company policies and procedures (attendance, timekeeping, housekeeping)
  • c) Open to constructive feedback
  • d) Actively seeks ways to develop
• 4) Knowledge and Problem Solving
  • a) Effectively assist in resolving issues using job knowledge and skills
  • b) Able to identify issues and actively seeks to resolve
  • c) Offers pragmatic solutions
  • d) Continuously seeks new and innovative work methods
• 5) Imitative and Productivity
  • a) Understands performance expectations (quality, timeliness)
  • b) Strives to improve efficiency / bottleneck issues
  • c) Adaptive to new ways of improvement
  • d) Questions current status for improvements

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