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American HOWA Kentucky
Production Operator
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What they do
A Production Worker performs a variety of duties in a factory. Operates machinery, manages distribution and provides quality control inspection.
$38,146 / year median in Tennessee
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Production Operator American HOWA Kentucky
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Duties and Responsibilities:
Follow standardized assigned work procedures properly to operate equipment and manufacture product Maintain proper documentation of production paperwork Inspect product to ensure no defects are passed on to the next customer Maintain good housekeeping (5S) in assigned areas Follow all plant safety, environmental & quality policies along with other AHK policies & procedures. Assist and support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing processes Perform other related duties as assignedQualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required 2 years related experience in manufacturing environment Must be task-oriented, and have the ability to multi-task with accuracy Ability to work flexible hours to meet departmental and team member's needs Ability to work in a team environment Physical requirements: Work activities may include lifting 50 pounds or more frequently, standing or sitting for extended periods. This position is primarily inside an industrial manufacturing facility, but there may be periods required outside. Twisting & turning from side to side. Standing in one spot for hours at a time. Walking back & forth from operating station to station for extended times.Essential Job Functions:
Press Operator are required to: Load/ unload material in machines Inspect parts for potential defects Install components by hand Clean and maintain equipment and perform PM's Do minor repairs to dies, such as cleaning and applying mold release Manual dexterity required for operating machinery Operate table machines Inspect parts for potential defects Install components by hand Clean and maintain equipment Verify table monitoring devices (Poke-yoke) (Red Rabbits) Achieve and maintain a score of 85% or higher on AHK's Quality Inspection Test Visually inspect finished product for potential defects Load product into shipping containers Properly scan and label product Rework/repair for minor defectsShifts & Schedules:
Overtime Is Required 3rd shift (3 positions)- Sunday
- Thursday 9:00pm
- 5:30am (overtime and weekends are required) 1st shift (1 position)
- Monday
- Friday 7:00am
- 3:30pm (overtime and weekends are required)