Production Operator I

Description

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.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No direct supervisory responsibility but provides functional or technical guidance to other staff within a work group or unit.  May be required to provide some advice on policies and procedures to staff.

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.

Effort Required in the Position

Mental:

Considerable attention to detail.  These jobs experience a considerable volume of work, with requirements to process forms/work/information within a certain time period.  May experience moderate interruptions.  May involve some creativity to perform job tasks.

Physical:

Audio Attention Required (when using equipment) – Moderate

Visual Attention Required (when using equipment) – Moderate

Lifting or Moving Objects and/or reaching and bending in awkward positions and/or climbing – Moderate

Lifting or Moving Intensity – Moderate (26 – 55lbs.)

Mobility - remain in a seated or standing position – Considerable

WORKING CONDITIONS SPECIFIC TO THE POSITION

Adverse Conditions (noise, heat, cold, dirt, fumes, and unpleasant environments) – Moderate

Isolation – Physically removed from other staff – Limited

Exposure to Accident or Health Hazards – Limited

Local Travel - Limited

Overnight Travel – Limited

Key for Physical Effort and Working Conditions

Based on % of Time Involved:

                                                Limited -                      up to 25%

                                                Moderate -                  26% - 50%

                                                Considerable -             51% - 75%

                                                Constant -                   76% – 100%