What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator/Machine Operator position at SunGro Horticulture?
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Production Operator is responsible for general labor and adherence to all plant safety policies and procedures. Work as a team to ensure operational efficiency by providing and maintaining finished goods readiness for transportation.
Standard schedule is 10 hour days. During the busy season (fall through winter) it is 12 hour days.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
· Strictly adhere to all plant safety practices, codes, procedures, and programs.
· Bag filling, sealing, casing and palletizing, with ability to stand for extended periods of time.
· Visually inspect every pallet of finished goods to ensure proper packaging and quality before moving to storage or on a truck. Immediately notify Team Leader or Production Manager of any issues.
· Understand and complete the bills of lading and loading sheets.
· Ability to load product in required pattern/configuration to ensure stability in transit.
· Ensure all incoming materials are properly packaged and in good condition with no damage when unloading the truck. Immediately notify Team Leader, Quality Control or Production Manager of any issues.
· Place all safety devices (wheel chocks, safety changes, loading plates, etc.) on trailers that are being worked on.
· Follows FLRA (risk assessment) rules and regulations regarding safety audits
· Store finished goods in a timely and organized manner. Keep storage area clean at all times.
· Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
· Strong customer focus - includes the ability to balance the needs of the customer with the needs of the business as well as fostering a strong customer focus mindset.
· Speak Effectively – Speak clearly and concisely and can get the point across. Can speak effectively in front of a group.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- 3-5 years of manufacturing experience in an industrial plant preferred.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited program.
- Experience with forklift operation preferred.
- Loader experience preferred.
- Must have reliable transportation.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
· Typical plant work environment, noise level is moderate to loud. Must be able to navigate plant site including climbing stairs, reaching for product, traveling over changing terrain.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
· Prolonged hours of standing
· Occasional bending, stooping, pushing, pulling.
· Ability to lift 50 – 60 pounds
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18