Production Operator - Nashville, TN

Are you determined, hardworking, dependable, and looking to join our US Smokeless Tobacco production team in Nashville, TN? If yes, then please read more to apply to our Production Operator position.

Your primary responsibility in this manufacturing team environment will be to support and contribute to productive manufacturing operations. This includes ensuring efficient and smooth production processes, meeting production targets, and maintaining high-quality standards. Additionally, you will also be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of equipment and the surrounding work areas to ensure a safe and organized work environment.

What you will be doing:

In this role, your main responsibilities will include:

• Safety Compliance: Understand and adhere to safety rules and practices to ensure the safety of yourself and others. Must always follow safety procedures and requirements.
• Instruction Adherence: Review and follow written instructions, work procedures, and safety procedures relevant to your tasks. Perform your duties accurately and in accordance with established guidelines.
• Team Collaboration: Work in a team-based environment, collaborating with employees at all levels. Effective teamwork, communication, and cooperation are essential for achieving shared goals and maintaining a positive work environment.
• Equipment Operation: Ability to operate manufacturing equipment efficiently and safely. This includes understanding the proper operation and troubleshooting of the equipment to ensure smooth production processes.
• Equipment Sanitization: Responsible for sanitizing manufacturing equipment to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards. This involves using appropriate cleaning agents, following proper sanitization techniques, and ensuring regular cleaning schedules.
• Initiative and Conscientiousness: It is expected that you take ownership of your tasks, demonstrate an initiative-taking approach, and consistently seek opportunities to enhance productivity and quality.
• Integrated Work System (IWS) Adherence: CIL, CL, and Defect Recording: You will be responsible for performing Cleaning Inspecting Lubrication activities (CIL) and Center Line (CL) activities. This involves identifying areas for improvement and recording any defects or issues in the Defect Management System (DMS).
• Active Participation in AM Activities: You will actively participate in Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities such as Initial Problem Solving (IPS), Unified Problem Solving (UPS), and One Point Lessons (OPLs). These activities focus on equipment maintenance, documentation, and knowledge sharing to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Probationary Period: There is a probationary period of 120 days that you will need to successfully complete. Throughout this period, we will assess your performance, adherence to guidelines, and ability to meet expectations.

Please be advised that the above list does not encompass all potential activities that may be necessary.

Required Qualifications:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be legally eligible to work in the United States and our organization
• Be available to work any shift, and must be willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays
• Preferred previous manufacturing/factory experience
• Candidate must successfully complete and pass the required assessment(s). Click on the link to learn more: https://www.altria.com/people-and-careers/careers/open-jobs-portal/manufacturing?src=topnav

The starting wage for this position is $27.12 per hour in addition to a shift differential based on shift assignment.

Work Perks for You:

At our company, we offer a range of work benefits designed to enhance your employment experience. These benefits include:

• Weekly pay schedule for your convenience.
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance coverage from the first day of your employment.
• Participation in our Healthy Connections program, which allows you to earn health promotion incentives.
• Annual bonus potential of $1,600.
• Paid vacation and holidays to provide a healthy work-life balance.
• Education Reimbursement Program, providing up to $5,250 annually for your continued learning and development.
• Deferred Profit-Sharing Contributions, also known as a 401k, with a dollar-for-dollar match of up to 7% of eligible pay after completing 12 months of service.
• 100% vesting in your DPS Plan Account, ensuring your financial security.
• Additional work-life services, such as discounts to fitness centers, service awards, a dependent care flexible spending account, a scholarship program, an employee assistance program, and more.

These benefits are designed to support your well-being and professional growth. We believe in providing a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, and we are committed to creating a positive and rewarding work environment.

If US Smokeless Tobacco sounds like the right career opportunity for you, then go apply today!