Production Machine Operator on First Shift

Production Machine OperatorWith a purpose to make tomorrow a little bit better than today for each other, our customers, and our communities, Ascentek provides an environment where you can love what you do and be your best every day.What you will enjoy by being a part of a 2024 USA Great Place to Work certified company:A position that is: Hourly, Full time (1st Shift), Mon-Fri 5:00 am to 3:30 pmMedical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverageDental and Vision InsuranceFSA/HSA optionsPaid parental leaveCompany-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insuranceSupplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance401(k) with a generous company matchPet Insurance BenefitsTuition reimbursement21 Paid Days Off7 Paid HolidaysStylish company provided uniforms and personal protective equipmentPaid comprehensive on-the-job trainingCareer advancement opportunitiesThe Production Machine Operator will perform repetitive workstation or line production operations to mass produce products onto a pallet by performing the following duties: produce product, label, pack, and stack. Receive materials in production workplace and verify inventory from forklifts using a computerized warehouse management system. Maintain accurate inventory through use of a warehouse management system for prompt, timely, and accurate deliveries to customers. Attend informational, training, safety, and compliance meetings as scheduled.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Perform processes to complete bottle-filling assemblies and sub-assembly machinesFollow written instructions on the Production Work Ticket (PWT) for the production of various productsGather raw materials needed for producing products, help set up production line, and produce samples for quality inspectionUpon inspection approval, produce product, label, pack, and load grouped orders onto palletsReport defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisorMaintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulationsDocument performance of production line using SFC and QC worksheetsPerforms prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as requiredComplete tasks as directed by production schedules with minimum supervisionUtilize all material handling equipment safely, and efficiently, perform all required safety checks, and communicate the need for repairsPackage bulk material as required by a PWT for replenishmentAccept schedule and direction when there are changes in workloadsPerform other duties as requiredAttend monthly departmental and production meetingsMinimal travel required for this position, e.g.

On occasion, travel may be required between locations depending on business needsEducation: High School diploma or GEDExperience/Training:1 year of related production line experience and forklift operator experienceMust have a good command of the English language and the ability to read, communicate, and understand written instructionsTroubleshoot mechanical problems on the production line as they occurUnderstanding of KPMs and manufacturing packaging line processesGeneral Quality & Safety AwarenessUnderstanding of Lean PrinciplesAbility to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS)Basic mathematical abilitiesMechanical aptitudeTechnology/Equipment:Basic Microsoft Office proficiencyInventory Management System (JDE)Physical and Mental Demands:Employee must have the ability to lift/carry up to 70 pounds occasionally and push/pull drums weighing up to 400 lbs. occasionally. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and/or use hands, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, and/or walk and climb staircases frequently.

Employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations. Employee should have the ability to work flexible hours or weekends, as business needs dictate. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.Working Environment:Work performed in a warehouse environment and extreme heat (>80 degrees) during summer months. Employee may work at different workstations as production needs require, or shift from one station to another, during the production process.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – safety eye glasses and safety steel-toe shoes are required. Work hazards – Safety concerns to include heavy products, light and heavy-duty machinery, forklifts, working in a congested and high activity warehouse. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.Ascentek is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.