PRODUCTION OPERATOR I - WEEKEND DAY SHIFT 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM (SPARKS, NV)

Responsibilities

• Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements; sets stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or template.
• Activates machine and observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction.
• Inspects finished product to determine accuracy of machine operation.
• Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines and making adjustments.
• Assists coworkers to set up machines, and to stack, mark, pack, and transport finished product.
• Reduces downtime by promptly performing assigned tasks.
• Complies with safety and GMP requirements.
• Supports a culture of safe production and operations; follows all safety rules and procedures.
• Actively participates in the safety program by engaging in training, reporting safety concerns, and submitting safety suggestions.
• Assists with communicating safety information to new employees.
• Fulfills responsibilities as outlined in the company safety management plan.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and six months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to other employees.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Basic understanding of mechanical principles.
• Ability to troubleshoot and adjust machines.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand and/or walk; ascend and/or descend stairs; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Must regularly lift, move, slide, raise, and/or place:
  • Up to 30 lb. force for up to 25 feet and then pull to original position.
  • Up to 33 lbs. from 5 inches off ground and raise to 47 inches and then return to original position.
  • Up to 50 lbs. for 3 feet at waist level; lift bag/box onto side and return to original position.
  • Up to 60 lbs. from 31-inch-high shelf and 2-hand carry for up to 5 ft. and then return to 31-inch surface.

Work Environment

• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud.