Production Line Operator

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Production Macon, GA, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Kumho Tire is a global tire manufacturer with more than 60 years of experience delivering high-performance tires and innovative tire technology to customers worldwide. Our Macon, Georgia manufacturing facility combines advanced manufacturing equipment, automation, quality systems, and skilled production teams to manufacture high-quality tires.

We are seeking dependable Production Line Operators to join our manufacturing team. This is a hands-on production position responsible for operating manufacturing equipment, supporting automated production processes, supplying materials, performing quality inspections, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

• Full-time manufacturing position
• 12-hour shifts: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM or 7:00 PM–7:00 AM
• Employees rotate between day shift and night shift every 28 days
• Regular and consistent attendance is required

As a Production Line Operator, you will work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment producing high-performance tires.

Responsibilities include:

• Safely operate manufacturing machinery, production equipment, and automated equipment according to established procedures.
• Supply machine operators and production areas with raw materials and other materials needed to maintain production.
• Monitor manufacturing equipment and make appropriate adjustments to maintain product quality and efficient operation.
• Identify equipment or production issues and perform basic troubleshooting and adjustments.
• Work with Maintenance Technicians when mechanical or equipment issues require additional support.
• Perform quality inspections and identify products or processes that do not meet established quality standards.
• Take appropriate action when quality or production issues are identified.
• Monitor production performance and accurately record manufacturing data and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Maintain clean and organized production equipment and work areas in accordance with 5S workplace organization standards.
• Follow established manufacturing procedures, work instructions, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all plant safety policies.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, maintenance personnel, and other production team members.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to safety, quality, productivity, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Perform additional production and manufacturing duties as assigned.

• Ability to operate and monitor manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to identify quality problems and follow procedures for correcting or reporting issues.
• Ability to accurately complete production documentation and record manufacturing data.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively as part of a production team.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Self-motivated with a strong focus on safety, quality, productivity, and attendance.
• Ability and willingness to work a rotating 12-hour day/night schedule.

This position works inside an active tire manufacturing facility that is NOT climate controlled. The manufacturing plant operates year-round
, and employees should be prepared to work in conditions that change with the seasons.

• The production environment will be hot and humid during summer months and will be cold during the winter.
• Employees work around operating manufacturing machinery, production equipment, and industrial processes that may generate additional heat.
• This is a year-round manufacturing operation
  , and employees must be comfortable working in changing seasonal temperatures and environmental conditions.
• Walk and stand for prolonged periods during a 12-hour shift.
• Frequently bend, stoop, reach, and perform other movements associated with manufacturing work.
• Perform manual lifting as required by the position.
• Work around industrial manufacturing machinery and production equipment.
• Wear all required PPE and consistently follow plant safety procedures.

Benefits are available after successful completion of the 90-day probationary period and include:

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Voluntary life…