Production Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Production Operator and play a vital role in ensuring smooth, efficient operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment! Based in a production setting and reporting to the Shift Supervisor, you’ll contribute to product quality, operational efficiency, and workplace safety. Ideal for candidates with a high school diploma and a passion for hands-on work, this position offers rewarding challenges and opportunities for growth.

Job Specifications:

• Location: Junction City, KS
• Shift and Pay: 2nd shift (Mon - Thurs 2:30PM - 1AM) - $17/hr
• Contract : 3 month temp to hire

Roles and Responsibilities

• Follow procedures, checklists, and strict safety protocols.
• Build boxes, clean and maintain printers, manage tools and supplies.
• Operate and inspect products according to SOPs.
• Thread and splice new materials, package and handle material as required.
• Set up, adjust, and monitor equipment such as coaters, winding, and finishing to maintain product quality.
• Monitor production requirements and schedules for efficient operation.
• Record production and raw material usage manually and electronically.
• Clean machinery, equipment, and workspace regularly.
• Identify and label hazardous waste materials for proper disposal.
• Recommend improvements to increase quality of products and services.
• Participate on teams focused on quality, safety, waste reduction, and lean principles.
• Engage in self-development activities and assist in training others.
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Qualifications & Skills

• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic proficiency.
• Manual dexterity for operating equipment and computers.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous manufacturing, production, or warehouse experience a plus.
• Comfortable following SOPs, labels, and instructions.
• Ability to use computers and internal software systems for inputting data.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Safety-oriented mindset.

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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