What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator position at Morton Salt?
Morton Salt is an iconic company with a strong heritage and a bright future. Since 1848, we have been improving lives and enhancing everyday moments – at home, at work and virtually everywhere in between. We help unlock the flavors in food, make roads and sidewalks safer, improve the water in baths, pools, and homes, and keep businesses and industries running. We are a dedicated team who constantly strives to do better together, and we are passionate about building a sustainable future for our company, the communities in which we operate, and the world around us. By joining our team, you will contribute to producing and delivering every form of salt that enhances everyday life.
Job Summary:
Morton Salt's Rittman, OH location has immediate openings for production operators. The right individuals will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including operating various machinery and equipment, on varying shifts as required. These positions frequently demand considerable manual exertion.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate bagging or packaging equipment to maintain desired output and operating standards.
- Fill, palletize, and haul product to assigned storage.
- Perform adjustments and minor repairs to maintain production activities.
- Responsible for following production schedules and accurately reporting operational records.
- Assist in assuring the line is supplied with desired salt grades.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- High school diploma, or equivalent, required.
- Ability to operate a powered industrial vehicle.
- Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to work any shift and any schedule.
- Constant lifting up to 65 lbs., rapid work speed, standing, and grasping.
- Frequent bending, carrying and pulling up to 65 lbs., twisting, reaching, feeling, and finger movement.
- Frequent high acuity hearing and depth perception.
- Constant noise 80dB and over.
- Frequent vibration, dryness, dust, and mechanical hazards.
- Eye protection, hearing protection, head covering, and foot protection required.
EEO Statement:
At Morton Salt, we work best when we work as a team, when we treat one another with dignity and respect, and value the unique contributions of others. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, national origin, sex, religion, color, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
