Machine Operator - Dart Container - Thomaston, GA

Machine Operator I

Assist with set-up and operate high-speed process equipment. Operate different machines, and ensure the equipment is working efficiently and producing quality products.

Day-to-Day Role:

• Follow and commit to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service requirements
• Follow practices and processes intended to provide safe products that comply with appropriate laws and regulations, meet the company quality standards
• Follow and commit to safety and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Assist with setting-up, starting, adjusting, diagnosing, troubleshooting and properly shutting down process equipment in accordance with published production schedules and product specifications.
• Assist with process machinery from raw materials through downstream finished goods
• Perform general preventative maintenance on equipment (i.e. fill lube lines, lube chain rails, grease guns, etc.) as required
• Maintain production logs and reports as required
• Promptly notify the Maintenance Department of any maintenance required
• Notify supervisor of significant deviations from normal operating conditions
• Perfom back-up Inspector Packer responsibilities during break and lunch periods
• Perform production process in SAP as required

Core Skills and Qualifications:
The ideal candidate must possess all of the following:

• Math skills to include simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Familiar with and ability to convert decimals to fractions or vice versa
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Ability to observe, follow, understand, and evaluate processes demonstrated and other workplace procedures
• Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Six (6) months material handling or machine operations experience
• Technical school or apprenticeship experience
• Previous powered industrial truck experience