Production Operator I

Position Summary

The Production Operator will report to the Plant Manager, or their designate, and is responsible for performing a variety of production tasks to assist with operations in production.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reading and understanding work orders to verify product, packaging, and labeling requirements
• Operating a forklift
• Operating and adjusting packaging machine as required to meet product requirements
• Identify calibration tags and ensure they are current
• Operating a semi-automatic supersack filler
• Operating an automated stretch wrap machine
• Operating hi-vac or powered vacuum and scrubber to maintain plant cleanliness
• Unloading/loading trucks at direction of shipping/receiving supervisor or manufacturing manager
• Sampling raw materials and finished goods under the direction of manufacturing manager or plant manager
• General clean-up of production facility, which may include the lunchroom, washroom, as well as trash removal.
• Work in compliance with company safety and operating procedures

• General shop duties insuring good housekeeping and the organization of the production area.
• Performs other related duties as required.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Experience in a production/manufacturing setting
• Communication skills and adaptability to work with co-workers and management efficiently

Disclaimer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.