Job Description

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

Department: Packaging Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: LaGrange, GA (LG3)

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

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot common machine/quality problems and make necessary mechanical adjustments to correct problems.
• Operate equipment at optimum efficiency.
• Ensure proper inner cartons are being used for product being run.
• Check for bad inner cartons and inform maintenance and/or quality technician if more than a few.
• Monitor carton quality for proper placement of metal edge and pin holes in place.
• Perform brand, size and metal changes in an efficient manner.
• Inspect inner cartons coming out of 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 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 production schedule.
• Identify substandard product or raw materials.
• Any other duties as requested or required.
• Able to and willingly operates all edgers at established average efficiency level of 90% or better.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

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

Benefits

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