Waxdale Production Operator Level 1

S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. in; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

SC Johnson Waxdale facility in Wisconsin seeks a Production Operator Level 1 to operate and setup low-tech industrial equipment, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency on the line. You will perform routine maintenance, audits, and contribute to uptime while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates have strong math skills, a basic understanding of safety practices, and the ability to work both in a team and independently.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated Math and Measurement skills.
• Working knowledge of Safety, Health and Environment principles and practices.
• Ability to successfully work in a team environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teams, and independently with minimal supervision to meet operational goals.

Responsibilities

• Run and set up low tech industrial equipment, such as assembling or sorting equipment and general automated production equipment.
• Follow equipment and site safety standards; perform safety checks and use interlocks, e-stops, and LOTO as trained.
• Ensure product quality by performing quality audits and identifying deviations; stop the process and escalate as needed.
• Maintain equipment by supporting preventive maintenance and daily cleaning, inspection, and lubrication.
• Work to maximize uptime and reduce scrap while meeting training and procedural requirements.

Skills

Math & measurement

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Hand tools

Job description

Waxdale Production Operator Level 1 (Finance)

SC Johnson has been leading with purpose for 140 years, building high-quality products and iconic brands found in homes, schools and businesses in virtually every country worldwide - including OFF!®, Raid®, Glade®, Windex®, Scrubbing Bubbles®, Ziploc®, Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day®, method®, Autan®, Baygon®, Mr Muscle®, Duck®, Lysoform® and more.

The 13,000 people of our global, fifth-generation family company are committed to making the world a better place today and for future generations.

Operate and mechanically or systematically intervene with various types of and low-tech sorting, assembly and packing equipment. Identify problems to elevate to senior operators and maintenance. The primary goal is to work safely with a focus on teamwork towards the reduction of downtime, as well as improving efficiency and quality. Partnering with cross-functional teams is crucial to the success of an Aerosols and Liquids Operator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Run and set up low tech industrial equipment, such as:
  • Assembling or sorting equipment
  • General automated manufacturing or production equipment
• Follow equipment and site safety standards by:
  • Performs safety checks
  • Properly use safety processes and devices - (interlocks, e-stops, Lock Out/ Tag Out (LOTO) as required and trained)
• Ensure product quality by:
  • Performing quality audits
  • Identifying product deviation, stopping the process, correcting or escalating to correct the deviation.
• Maintain equipment by:
  • Supporting preventative maintenance, performing daily CIL's on machines and equipment (cleaning, inspecting, and lubricating)
• Work to maximize uptime and reduce scrap
• Complete technical training grid requirements within the allotted timeframe
• Proficient in the use and application of MS Office Suite Products
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace in accordance with SCJ policies and procedures.
• Interact professionally and make positive contributions within the team and business environment using SCJ principles.
• Comply to standard work and standard operating procedures.
• Show adaptability by performing various assignments during the shift.
• Must be available to work overtime as needed.

Required Skills / Experience / Competencies:

• Demonstrated Math and Measurement skills.
• Working knowledge of Safety, Health and Environment principles and practices
• Ability to successfully work in a team environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with teams, and independently with minimal supervision to meet operational goals

Preferred Skills / Experience / Competencies:

• Experience in manufacturing and or production environment
• Manufacturing experience at S.C. Johnson Waxdale facility
• Basic hand tool skills
• Basic pneumatic and lubrication skills
• Robotics awareness
• Demonstrated strength in problem solving and troubleshooting
• Automated sorting, assembly and packaging equipment operation
• Multitasking and running/setting up multiple low tech machines
• Effectively communicate and work in a team environment
• Proficient in the use and application of MS Office Suite Products (Outlook - Calendar and Email; Word, Excel)
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Job Requirements:

• Full-time
• Ability to complete the essential functions of the job and tolerate the ergonomic stressors of the job. This includes lifting up to forty (40) pounds, standing, sitting, walking, bending, climbing stairs and ladders, kneeling, reaching overhead, pushing, and pulling for up to eight (8) to twelve (12) hours daily
• All of ones' time is spent in manufacturing working environment

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned

at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment, and the position remains at-will.

Inclusion & Diversity

We're a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We're committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion .

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we believe people achieve their best when they collaborate and work together in person. We value connection to strengthen teamwork, accelerate problem solving, and drive innovation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to [e-mail] . Download the EEO Know Your Rights poster for more information.