1st Shift SN Operator

Job Description

Job Description

SN Machine Operator - 1st Shift 

Location:  Lebanon, OH

1st Shift Schedule:  Monday - Friday, 6:55 AM - 3 PM

Starting Pay: $17.75/hr

POSITION SUMMARY
The SN Operator is responsible for safely and accurately operating the SN Machine to produce high quality seed packet products that meet customer specifications. This role plays a critical part in ensuring product accuracy, consistency, and quality while supporting overall contract packaging operations.

THE CHALLENGE

• Operating at machine speed while maintaining accuracy and quality.
• Standing for most of the shift while performing repetitive and detail-oriented tasks.
• Identifying and escalating quality issues quickly.
• Adapting to changing production schedules and customer requirements.
• Working effectively with team members from diverse backgrounds.
• Meeting or exceeding quality standards and following production specifications exactly, as contract packaging is a growing area of the business where first-time accuracy is critical to building long term customer relationships.

DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pack filled seed packets uniformly and neatly while keeping up with machine speed.
• Ensure products produced match all specifications outlined in the manufacturing order and meet quality standards.
• Ensure printing and printed labels are accurate on packets.
• Weigh seed amounts individually or in packs as required.
• Allocate and unallocate seed packets from stock.
• Report quality issues or unsafe conditions to management.
• Apply correct labels to cartons or boxes as specified on the manufacturing order and stack skids neatly and correctly.
• Accurately complete paperwork and enter quantities produced into the tablet system.
• Clean machines, sweep floors, and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and customer specific SOP’s.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic math and counting skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to follow work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to multitask and work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the role.
• Ability to accurately count, weigh, and record production counts with legible handwriting.
• Strong work ethic and desire to work overtime when needed

NICE-TO-HAVES

• Previous manufacturing/machine operator experience.
• Mechanical aptitude.