Operator Technician at Westlake

Hazlehurst, Mississippi, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Score Silver or above on Work Keys test
Certified Forklift License and prior forklift experience preferred
Legally able to drive a motor vehicle
Ability to stand 10 to 12 hours per day
Ability to work around and close to rotating equipment
Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 55 pounds
Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
Ability to sit, stand, use hands/handle/feel, reach with hands and arms, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk/hear, climb/balance
Tolerance for manufacturing environment: dust, outdoors, high noise levels
Willingness to work flexible shift schedules, including overtime as assigned

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe work environment while performing job duties
Set up Gaylord boxes and mark tares correctly, ensuring sufficient amount for production demands
Inspect each Gaylord box and liner prior to filling to ensure clean and suitable for use
Weigh and package material correctly with neat and legible labels on each package
Drive forklift
Assist machine operator on start-up and shut-down
Keep constant watch on vacuum chambers from station and finished product at coolers, notifying shift supervisor if issues suspected
Handle and store all finished product properly and efficiently, including bulk materials
Keep area and tools neat, clean, and stored properly
Break open, disassemble, clean, and reassemble coolers properly; responsible for all cooler cleaning on shift
Stack all packages neatly, even in temporary storage
Willingly complete any tasks assigned by production foreman
Understand and follow all Safety, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 established procedures
Operate equipment properly, safely, and efficiently for neat, accurate, and efficient packaging of finished product
Other duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Forklift OperationPackagingMaterial HandlingEquipment CleaningWeighingSafety ProceduresISO 9001ISO 14001WorkKeys

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications are required for the Operator Technician position?

A High School Diploma or equivalent and scoring Silver or above on the Work Keys test are required. A Certified Forklift License and prior forklift experience are preferred.

Is forklift experience necessary for this role?

Forklift experience is preferred, along with a Certified Forklift License.

What is the work environment like for this position?

The role is in a manufacturing environment that includes dust, outdoor work, and high noise levels. Employees must stand 10-12 hours per day and lift up to 55 pounds occasionally.

What is the salary or compensation for this Operator Technician role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What should I highlight in my application for this position?

Highlight your High School Diploma, Work Keys test scores (Silver or above), any forklift certification or experience, and ability to work in a physical manufacturing setting with long standing hours and lifting requirements.