Technical Operator

Energize; Garrettsville (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Energizer is seeking a Technical Operator at our Garrettsville, OH facility to safely operate assigned machines, inspect parts for quality, and support a fast-paced production line. You will use basic tools and adhere to lockout/tagout procedures while ensuring safety and efficiency.

The role emphasizes reliability, continuous improvement, and hands-on maintenance tasks, with opportunities to learn robotics maintenance and data entry in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to lift 35 lbs.
• Basic math, language, and decision-making skills.
• Intermediate reading, logic, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform lock out tag out on applicable equipment and maintain authorization with annual training.
• Operate machines and start/stop machinery with supervision.
• Inspect parts with appropriate inspection equipment and document results.
• Address production interruptions and coordinate with maintenance or colleagues for assistance.
• Perform basic maintenance on robots, machines or other equipment.
• Enter data into computer systems and operate PIVs and related equipment.
• Provide oversight, training, and direction of Agency Associates.

Skills

Basic math

Decision making

Reading comprehension

Problem solving

Lifting 35 lbs

Language skills

Logic

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

What you'll love about this job

Our Garrettsville, OH Energizer facility produces products used in our North American battery manufacturing plants to make our renowned Energizer and Ray-O-Vac branded batteries. If you enjoy working in a team-oriented, quality focused, and fast-paced environment, you are the right fit for our team! We offer competitive wages, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage effective on your hire date.

Energizer matches your 401k contributions dollar for dollar up to 6%. The company also provides 11 paid holidays, 2 weeks paid Parental Leave and paid vacation time. Our colleagues hail from all backgrounds, nationalities and walks of life, but our shared values and passion for winning make us one team.

This is Energizer Holdings, Inc.

Energizer Holdings responsibly creates products to make lives easier and more enjoyable. To do this, we lean into our culture as an organization – we win together, while serving each other, with a willingness to act boldly, all while doing right. Our colleagues hail from all backgrounds, nationalities and walks of life, but our shared mission and purpose make us one team. Because we're a global organization, you will always have opportunities to learn, grow and develop in your career. We support flexible working arrangements wherever possible.

Position Summary

The Technical Operator is primarily responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the assigned machines, related systems, and for the quality inspection of the produced parts.It is expected that the operator will operate multiple machines with a minimum of supervision using initiative in fulfilling the duties necessary to maintain safety, quality, cost, and delivery for the operation.

Responsibilities

• Perform lock out tag out on applicable equipment and maintain authorization with annual training.
• Use of basic hand tools such as socket wrenches, allen wrenches, and pedestal grinder. Trained to start and stop machinery.
• Use appropriate inspection equipment to conduct required checks and measurements including physical, visual, and dimensional part checks.Document inspection results in computer data base system or other means as required.Promptly notify team members of quality issues.
• Remove finished parts from machine when needed and transfer to shipping containers after performing required quality checks.Complete required equipment cleaning, lubricating, and inspecting checks (CLAIR).Address any deficiencies.Properly start and shutdown machines and auxiliary equipment including mold heaters and grinders.
• Promptly address production interruptions (such as material feed problems or machine stoppage) by resolving issue, restarting equipment, or contacting maintenance or other colleagues for assistance.
• Perform basic maintenance on robots, machines or other equipment as required including the cleaning of robot vacuum cups and filters; mold wipes; and emptying of vacuum cans.
• Complete required production documentation and system checks.Enter data into computer systems as required.
• Operate Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) and skid mover (powered and unpowered).
• Participate on teams (such as Tier Meetings, ACW, Safety, Kaizens, Quality, Problem Solving).
• Provide oversight, training, and direction of Agency Associates.

We we are looking for

• High School or equivalent experience.
• Ability to lift 35 lbs.
• Possess basic math, language, and decision-making skills.
• Possess intermediate reading, logic, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Operate machinery, tools using hand controls, foot controls, visual acuity, and manual dexterity.

Come join us!

Energizer is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Total Rewards Package

The pay rate for this position is up to per hour

Please note that the pay rate provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.

Energizer strives to create a supportive work environment centered around colleagues' professional and personal well-being. Our total rewards package provides comprehensive benefits to attract, retain, and protect our colleagues – including health and welfare insurance, parental leave, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.