Production Operator

Production Operator – 1st Shift

Pay: $20.00 per hour Location: Kennesaw, GA Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 4:45 AM–3:15 PM or 5:00 AM–3:30 PM Job Type: Full-Time

Job Overview

We are hiring a dependable Production Operator to support manufacturing operations at a facility in Kennesaw, GA. This position involves setting up and operating production equipment, processing materials, monitoring product quality, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of manufacturing experience and one year of machine operation experience. Candidates should be comfortable following detailed production instructions, monitoring equipment, handling materials, and meeting quality and production standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start, and operate production machinery and packaging equipment according to established procedures.
• Measure and weigh raw materials to meet product specifications and production requirements.
• Load materials into equipment and ensure the correct ingredients or components are used.
• Monitor machines and production processes to maintain safe, efficient, and consistent operations.
• Operate equipment used to mix, process, extrude, discharge, or package materials.
• Inspect materials and finished products for quality, accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
• Collect material samples for laboratory testing and follow instructions for any necessary adjustments.
• Identify equipment issues, production problems, or quality concerns and report them to the appropriate supervisor.
• Operate packaging equipment, including small press machines and automated packaging lines.
• Clean machinery and maintain equipment and work areas according to established standards.
• Complete production logs, system transactions, reports, and other required documentation accurately.
• Follow all safety procedures, work rules, quality standards, and applicable operating guidelines.
• Participate in training and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of manufacturing experience required.
• At least 1 year of machine operation experience required.
• Experience operating production, processing, or packaging equipment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Basic math skills for measuring and weighing materials.
• Ability to identify production issues and communicate concerns to supervisors.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work an early morning schedule.