Production Operator - Nashville TN

Overview
Real change.

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Are you determined, hardworking, dependable, and looking to join our US Smokeless Tobacco production team in Nashville, TN? If yes, then please read more to apply to our Production Operator position.

Your primary responsibility in this manufacturing team environment will be to support and contribute to productive manufacturing operations.

This includes ensuring efficient and smooth production processes, meeting production targets, and maintaining high-quality standards.

Additionally, you will also be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of equipment and the surrounding work areas to ensure a safe and organized work environment.

The starting wage for this position is $26.32 per hour in addition to a shift differential based on shift assignment.

What you will be doing: In this role, your main responsibilities will include:


* Safety Compliance: Understand and adhere to safety rules and practices to ensure the safety of yourself and others.


* Instruction Adherence: Review and follow written instructions, work procedures, and safety procedures relevant to your tasks.

Perform your duties accurately and in accordance with established guidelines.


* Team Collaboration: Work in a team-based environment, collaborating with employees at all levels.

Effective teamwork, communication, and cooperation are critical for achieving shared goals and maintaining a positive work environment.


* Equipment Operation: Ability to operate manufacturing equipment efficiently and safely.

This includes understanding the proper operation and troubleshooting of the equipment to ensure smooth production processes.


* Equipment Sanitization: Responsible for sanitizing manufacturing equipment to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.

This involves using appropriate cleaning agents, following proper sanitization techniques, and ensuring regular cleaning schedules.


* Initiative and Conscientiousness: You must take ownership of your tasks, demonstrate an initiative-taking approach, and consistently seek opportunities to improve productivity and quality.


* Integrated Work System (IWS) Adherence: You will be responsible for performing Cleaning Inspecting Lubrication activities (CIL) and Center Line (CL) activities.

This involves identifying areas for improvement and recording any defects or issues in the Defect Management System (DMS).


* Active Participation in Autonomous Maintenance (AM) Activities: You will actively participate in activities such as Initial Problem Solving (IPS), Unified Problem Solving (UPS), and One Point Lessons (OPLs).

These activities focus on equipment maintenance, documentation, and knowledge sharing to ensure optimal equipment performance.


* Probationary Period: There is a probationary period of 120 days that you will need to successfully complete.

Throughout this period, we will assess your performance, adherence to guidelines, and ability to meet expec...