1st shift Edger Operator (Mon.-Thurs.) 6am-4:30pm

About the Role

Set up and operate the production line to produce product that meets quality specifications, maintain the machine systems, make necessary adjustments, and troubleshoot common machine or quality problems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot common machine and quality problems and make necessary mechanical adjustments to correct them.
• Operate equipment at optimum efficiency.
• Ensure proper inner cartons are being used for the product being run.
• Check for bad inner cartons and inform maintenance and/or quality technician if more than a few are found.
• Monitor carton quality for proper placement of metal edge and pin holes.
• Perform brand, size, and metal changes in an efficient manner.
• Inspect inner cartons coming out of the edger for quality product.
• Load inner cartons into machine hopper.
• Perform quality checks at least once per hour and complete quality check sheets.
• Clean any jams.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the line to GMP standards by removing cartons and other trash, removing dust and debris, etc.
• Complete production report and WIP load tickets.
• Troubleshoot minor quality and machine problems; communicate more complex problems to maintenance.
• Assist with make-ready whenever possible.
• Understand and follow the production schedule.
• Identify substandard product or raw materials.
• Perform any other duties as requested or required.
• Able to and willingly operate all edgers at an established average efficiency level of 90% or better.

Requirements

• Ability to lift 35 lbs.
• Ability to stand ten hours (twelve during busy season).
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate a forklift.

Benefits

• Employee-owned company.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Weekly pay.
• Insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Employee stock ownership program (ESOP).

Location: LaGrange, GA (LG3). Full-time position.