Production Operator II

Job ID: 15231 

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Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.

The Operator II Associate is required to learn multiple production positions and is responsible for a clean and organized production area. This role fills multiple positions as assigned or in relief. Assist in training and organizing associates in needed positions as assigned.

Division/Location/Product Specific Purpose of Position:

In addition to above the following are Division/Location/Product Specific Purpose of Position:

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Observes plant safety rules and assists management in oversight of safety roles.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate stock of inventory and supplies at various stockpoints in-plant
• Understand the different types of shrink-wrap used for each tray type.
• Knowledge on complete threading of Arpacs and Tekkra.
• Knowledge on how to change out shrink-wrap rolls/ heat resistance.
• Responsible for physically adjusting case placement for complete wrap coverage.
• Quality inspection of finished product.
• Ensure jars are upright.
• Understand the different types of lids and bands used.
• Ensure proper loading of lids and bands in band hoppers and lid tree.
• Responsible for physically correcting lid and band faults.
• Knowledge on operating the roto-feeder.
• Able to utilize manual pallet jack.
• Responsible for housekeeping to maintain production material and mix production areas in a neat and orderly condition, while assisting shift supervisors in housekeeping endeavors.
• Maintains effective lateral communications with other departments whose work affects that of his/her shift, giving them timely notice of his/her requirements. Responsible for reporting any problems or concerns to their direct Supervisor.
• Poses no direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself, or others, or to property. Defined as a significant risk of substantial harm that cannot be eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level by reasonable accommodation.
• Requires regular attendance to perform essential element as contained herein between the assigned start and end times for work.
• Performs such individual assignments as management may direct.
• Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, the Corporation and the community; and maintains the professional competence, knowledge and skill necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience/Knowledge

• Minimum 1 (one) years experience operating and troubleshooting production equipment in an industrial environment.
• Minimum of 1 (one) year experience in production or assembly.
• Good team working skills.
• Ability to lead by example.

Certifications/Licenses/Registrations

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience operating packaging equipment.
• General mechanical aptitude.
• Experience working a Lean manufacturing.

TECHNICAL ROLE COMPETENCIES:

• Must have good communication skills ¿ both written and verbal.
• Must be flexible and adaptable with the ability to change or adapt work practices based on changing work demands.
• Able to maintain composure under stressful situations.
• Understanding of mechanical workings of a variety of production machinery.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Standing and walking approximately 90 (ninety) percent of work time.
• Ability to work overtime on weekends with short notice.
• Willingness to work all/any shifts.
• Typical plant/manufacturing environment with concrete floors and moving equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.