Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

• Position Overview

  Our client manufactures nicotine pouch products in a clean, fast-paced production environment. This is more than just operating a machine—we're looking for dependable individuals who take pride in producing high-quality products while maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient workplace.

  As a Production Operator , you will manufacture and package nicotine pouch products while following strict safety, quality, and production standards. Whether assigned to Pouch Making or Packaging , you'll play an important role in delivering products that meet customer expectations.

  Key Responsibilities
  • Safely operate production equipment while following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
  • Meet hourly and daily production goals while maintaining quality standards.
  • Perform equipment inspections before, during, and after production.
  • Accurately complete production documentation in real time.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area using 5S principles.
  • Identify and report equipment, quality, or safety concerns immediately.
  • Assist with equipment changeovers, cleaning, and routine production tasks.
  • Cross-train in multiple production areas as needed.
  Pouch Making Duties
  • Set up and operate moist pouch-making equipment.
  • Load raw materials according to production specifications.
  • Monitor machine performance and make approved operating adjustments.
  • Perform quality checks, including pouch weight, seal integrity, moisture, dimensions, and appearance.
  • Remove defective products from the production line.
  • Assist with machine changeovers, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting.
  Packaging Duties
  • Operate packaging equipment, including filling, counting, capping, labeling, coding, shrink wrapping, and case packing.
  • Verify labels, lot numbers, expiration dates, and packaging materials before production.
  • Conduct in-process inspections to ensure packaging accuracy.
  • Remove damaged or nonconforming products from the production line.
  • Package finished products according to production specifications.
  • Assist with line clearances and product changeovers.

  If you're reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a facility that manufactures nicotine pouch products , we'd love to hear from you!.

You should be proficient in:

• Machine Building/Assembling
• Electrical Repair
• Warehouse Experience
• Framing
• Mechanical Assembly Skills
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Packaging Machines