Production Line Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Production Line OperatorAbout Kumho Tire Georgia

Kumho Tire is a global tire manufacturer with more than 60 years of experience delivering high-performance tires and innovative tire technology to customers worldwide. Our Macon, Georgia manufacturing facility combines advanced manufacturing equipment, automation, quality systems, and skilled production teams to manufacture high-quality tires.

We are seeking dependable Production Line Operators to join our manufacturing team. This is a hands-on production position responsible for operating manufacturing equipment, supporting automated production processes, supplying materials, performing quality inspections, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Work Schedule

• Full-time manufacturing position
• 12-hour shifts: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM or 7:00 PM–7:00 AM
• Employees rotate between day shift and night shift every 28 days
• Regular and consistent attendance is required

What You'll Do

As a Production Line Operator, you will work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment producing high-performance tires. Responsibilities include:

• Safely operate manufacturing machinery, production equipment, and automated equipment according to established procedures.
• Supply machine operators and production areas with raw materials and other materials needed to maintain production.
• Monitor manufacturing equipment and make appropriate adjustments to maintain product quality and efficient operation.
• Identify equipment or production issues and perform basic troubleshooting and adjustments.
• Work with Maintenance Technicians when mechanical or equipment issues require additional support.
• Perform quality inspections and identify products or processes that do not meet established quality standards.
• Take appropriate action when quality or production issues are identified.
• Monitor production performance and accurately record manufacturing data and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Maintain clean and organized production equipment and work areas in accordance with 5S workplace organization standards.
• Follow established manufacturing procedures, work instructions, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all plant safety policies.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, maintenance personnel, and other production team members.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to safety, quality, productivity, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Perform additional production and manufacturing duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate and monitor manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to identify quality problems and follow procedures for correcting or reporting issues.
• Ability to accurately complete production documentation and record manufacturing data.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively as part of a production team.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Self-motivated with a strong focus on safety, quality, productivity, and attendance.
• Ability and willingness to work a rotating 12-hour day/night schedule.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position works inside an active tire manufacturing facility that is NOT climate controlled. The manufacturing plant operates year-round , and employees should be prepared to work in conditions that change with the seasons.

• The production environment will be hot and humid during summer months and will be cold during the winter.
• Employees work around operating manufacturing machinery, production equipment, and industrial processes that may generate additional heat.
• This is a year-round manufacturing operation , and employees must be comfortable working in changing seasonal temperatures and environmental conditions.
• Walk and stand for prolonged periods during a 12-hour shift.
• Frequently bend, stoop, reach, and perform other movements associated with manufacturing work.
• Perform manual lifting as required by the position.
• Work around industrial manufacturing machinery and production equipment.
• Wear all required PPE and consistently follow plant safety procedures.

Benefits

Benefits are available after successful completion of the 90-day probationary period and include:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary accident insurance
• Voluntary cancer insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee tire discount program

Join Kumho Tire Georgia

If you have experience as a Production Operator, Machine Operator, Manufacturing Associate, Production Worker, Manufacturing Technician, Assembly Operator, or Industrial Production Worker, your background may align well with this opportunity.

Join our Macon, Georgia manufacturing team and build your career with a global organization focused on manufacturing excellence, workplace safety, product quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Kumho Tire Georgia is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex