Production Line Operator

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Growth or Safe & Reliable Operations. Running short-staffed poses extra ergonomic risk, fatigue, and burnout. Employees working in a physically demanding environment and having to do extra work increases the risk of making quality mistakes or safety oversights. Also, unnecessary line shutdowns are frequent due to the staffing issue, and this is detrimental to the business' profits.

Job title: Production Line Operator 

Location: Smithfield, PA 

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Production Line Operator, you'll contribute to JM's mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future. 

The role: 

As a Production Line Operator, you will help drive our goals by: 

• Inspecting, loading, packaging, labeling and boxing diesel catalyst products in line with production plans 

• Following all Johnson Matthey Health, Safety and Life Saving Policies, including electrical and mechanical isolation and safe operation of machinery 

• Visually inspecting products to identify defects, damage or non-conformance and ensuring correct segregation and traceability 

• Handling and maintaining accurate identification of parts, substrates, cartons and skids by lot number 

• Supporting production flow by completing assigned tasks from the Shift Supervisor or Process Control Engineer 

• Participating in housekeeping and 5S activities to maintain a safe, organized production environment 

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role: 

• High school diploma or equivalent 

• 1-2 years' experience in a manufacturing or production environment (preferred) 

• Ability to follow detailed work instructions, safety procedures and quality standards 

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office 

• Attention to detail and ability to identify product defects or deviations 

• Willingness to train and support new team members 

Even if you only match some of the skills, we'd love to hear from you to discuss further! 

What we offer: 

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We also support hybrid and flexible working and offer comprehensive employee benefits, including health, life, disability and retirement plans that support our employees' financial and physical wellbeing, such as: 

• Retirement Savings (401K Match, plus an additional Employer Contribution) 

• 20 days annual PTO (varies for shift-based roles) 

• Life and Disability Insurance 

• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision) 

• Voluntary Benefits 

• Wellbeing Programs and Incentives 

• Tuition Assistance 

• Parental Leave 

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career! 

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected. 

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