Production Operator Job Savannah area,Georgia USA,Manufacturing / Production

Production Operator

Location(s):
Savannah, GA, US 31408

Function:
Manufacturing

Audience:
Hourly

Work Arrangement:
On Site

Requisition

SUMMARY

Insures and maintains flow of quality shingles from shingles machine to wrapping process.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Performs all functions of the job in a safe manner and promptly reports any unsafe behaviors to the shift supervisor.

Operates ATO's, conveyors, timing and conveyors and maintains a continuous flow of product.

Visually inspects shingles for quality and documents required information as directed.

Cleans electric eyes, skid plate and reflectors, to maintain proper catching, conveying and staging.

Hand palletizes bundles at palletizer as needed.

Identifies seconds and notifies shingle machine operator, wrapping attendant and quality technician.

Troubleshoot equipment problems and notify supervisor and shift tech as needed.

Notifies shingle machine operator and/or shift technician when equipment malfunctions occur.

Assists in rethreading mat breaks.

Conducts mini-audits on finished products every 15 minutes or as required.

Ensures quality specifications and notifies Quality Tech, Shingle Machine Operator, Shift Supervisor, Packaging Leader of non-standard material.

Salvages and prepares seconds for shipment. Evaluates and records defects and weight.

Participates in the safety and good housekeeping programs as established within the plant and work areas.

Performs start-up checklist procedures for machine.

Cleans out the laminate pan at least every 20 minutes.

Operates forklift. Performs operator inspection of forklift on each shift; checks fluid levels and various forklift component systems for malfunctions and reports problems. Completes daily vehicle inspection forms.

Assists Wrapper Operator in clearing jams as needed.

Assists wrapper operator when splice is made on roll of wraps.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must be able to communicate clearly and understand verbal and written instructions.
Able to follow proper radio etiquette.
Must possess strong organizational skills.
Must have the ability to multi-task.
Able to use and read a tape measure.
Must work well in a team environment.
Must have the ability to do basic mathematical calculations.

COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE COMPETENCIES

Log on to company computer system.
Check, create and reply to e-mail.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.

ESSENTIAL

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS /WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to routinely lift up to 40 lbs without assistance.
Ability to routinely lift up to 80 lbs with assistance.
Work for 12 hours in extreme hot/cold manufacturing environment.
Walk/stand continuously for up to 12 hours.
Ability to safely bend, twist, and squat.
Routinely ascend and descend stairs and ladders as work area requires.
Adapt to rotating shift work.
Pass pre-employment drug screening, background check, and health screen.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.

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