Production Operator I

Job DetailsJob Location: Tennessee - Morristown, TN 37814Position Type: Full TimeJob Category: Manufacturing Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD insurance premiums 100% paid by company and starts from day one for employee and dependents!!! Sign-on bonus  401k and company match program Tuition reimbursement Student loan payback assistance Many additional benefits Position Summary The Production Operator (OP1) is responsible for the machine operation, finished good output and quality, packaging, paperwork, and housekeeping of a production line.   Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities Understanding the finished product which includes how they run, what the specifications are, and how to achieve them Trouble Shooting – Identifying and correcting equipment and material problems as they occur Mechanical Aptitude – Adjusting equipment if necessary. Efficiency – Creating a quality product in a timely fashion with low scrap Cross Training – Qualified to do all the jobs within the Operator I scope A certified forklift operator. Operates forklift for various tasks. Ensures proper ticketing and labeling of boxes. Lifts weights up to 55 lbs. Wears all PPE as required by policies. Attends scheduled safety training. Follows all Health & Safety policies and procedures. Must maintain a clean work environment and be responsible for ensuring the production area is kept in respectable manner at all times. Works various hours and overtime, as situations require.   Required Skills/Abilities Applies general clerical/trade knowledge and skills. Understands basic methods, records, specifications and/or equipment within own work unit.   Education and Experience High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required. A minimum of one year of previous manufacturing or operating experience is required. Previous exposure to forklift operation is strongly desired but not required.   Other Duties Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.     NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.   Qualifications