What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator position at Carpenter Co.?
Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another - all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!
Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for 2nd shift Machine Operator in the Fiber department at our Russellville, Kentucky manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for the safe operation of a specific piece of equipment used to manufacture components and finished products for internal and external customers as defined by a daily production schedule. This position works in a normal production/maintenance environment with exposure to temperature changes and loud noise.
Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. As the successful candidate, you will be expected to maintain daily communications with Department Manager and other employees in the department to ensure the needs of all internal and external customers as outline by the production schedule are met.
Your Additional Responsibilities As a Machine Operator Will Include
Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.
Experience
Preferred
Preferred
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.
Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for 2nd shift Machine Operator in the Fiber department at our Russellville, Kentucky manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for the safe operation of a specific piece of equipment used to manufacture components and finished products for internal and external customers as defined by a daily production schedule. This position works in a normal production/maintenance environment with exposure to temperature changes and loud noise.
Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. As the successful candidate, you will be expected to maintain daily communications with Department Manager and other employees in the department to ensure the needs of all internal and external customers as outline by the production schedule are met.
Your Additional Responsibilities As a Machine Operator Will Include
- Able to read and complete the labeling process.
- Maintain a neat, orderly, and safe working environment.
- Able to operate the machinery proficiently according to customer specifications and the daily production schedule.
- Conduct quality checks to ensure product meets all specifications.
- Monitor the equipment to make sure downtime is kept to a minimum.
- Input pertinent data into the SAP system.
- Must be forklift certified.
- Must be able to make machine adjustment when necessary.
- Assist with inventory
- High School diploma or GED
- Able to read and interpret a tape measure
- Basic computer knowledge and ability to use computerized equipment in daily operations
- Basic reading, writing and math skills
- Ability to work flexible hours and overtime
- Forklift Certified
Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.
Experience
Preferred
- 2 - 4 years: Machine operation
Preferred
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
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.