Production Operator I

Position Summary
The Production Operator will report directly to the Production Supervisor and is responsible for performing a variety of production tasks to assist with operations in production.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Producing supersacks
Receiving raw materials (i.e., flat bed, tanker, end dump, bottom dump, train/single trailer)
Shipping finished goods (i.e., flat bed, conestoga, step deck, van trailer, LTL)Operate a forklift (tow motors)
Preventive and regular maintenance
Shop floor management
First in first out (FIFO) finished goods and packaging
Cleaning/housekeeping of the warehouse, and work area, as required
Packaging 10 - 50 lb. bags of bulk product via saddle to pallet as well as filling 4000 lb. super sacks and 50,000 lb. tankers.
Daily maintenance of equipment
Calls specialists when more serious problems occur
Tracks various data associated with production equipment
Reports any inconsistencies and uses standard repair procedures
Work in compliance with company safety and operating procedures
Maintain high production levels in areas of responsibility.
Other duties, as assignedSKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Mechanical aptitude (training in-house)
Understanding of the employee handbook guidelines and rules
Previous forklift experience
Ability to lift up to 50-75 lbs.
Previous experience in a production/manufacturing setting, preferred but not required
Capable of working in a team and independently
Capable of following a production report while working independently