Manufacturing/Production

Job Description

Job Description

Think the best job opportunities are far away?Think again. Great opportunities are right here in your backyard. At Kelly® in partnership with Johnson & Johnson, we’re passionate about helping you find a job that works for you. Kelly® is looking for a Manufacturing/Production Operator 1 to work at a premier manufacturing client in Cornelia, GA. Let us help you grow at work and discover the next step in your career, all while being a vital part of your community.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $21.00 per hour Shift: 6:45pm to 7:15am, rotating shift Why you should apply to be Manufacturing/Production Operator 1:

• Competitive pay at $21.00 per hour.
• Work with a leading organization known for its commitment to quality and safety.
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in extrusion manufacturing of advanced products.
• Supportive work environment that values teamwork and professional development.
• Be part of a company that adheres to the highest standards in quality, safety, and compliance.

What’s a typical day as Manufacturing/Production Operator 1? You’ll be:

• Operating equipment for assembly and processing tasks to produce finished products according to established specifications.
• Executing daily extrusion manufacturing tasks for synthetic absorbable and non-absorbable multifilament products, including start-up, operation, shut-down, thread-up, and doffing of production spools.
• Performing product testing, troubleshooting processes, and maintaining accurate records.
• Training new associates in extrusion, orientation, and testing responsibilities.
• Collaborating with engineering, facilities, and support teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Participating in shift change meetings, sharing process information, and ensuring prompt issue resolution.
• Adhering to FDA and global quality standards, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Supporting LEAN/Six Sigma initiatives and Maintenance Excellence.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have experience in manufacturing or production operations (extrusion experience is a plus).
• Are familiar with quality and safety guidelines, especially FDA-regulated environments.
• Possess strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
• Are comfortable training others and collaborating across teams.
• Can work efficiently in a fast-paced, process-driven environment.
• Are committed to following all safety procedures and maintaining compliance with regulations.

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be Manufacturing/Production Operator 1 today!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

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