Position Purpose
Responsible for the accurate and efficient production of finished products. All necessary guidelines must be followed while producing the highest quality products. Ensure that we meet/exceed customer expectations for timely delivery of quality product utilizing business practices that are in full compliance with any state or federal requirements.
Essential Functions
- Follow all procedures and guidelines while manufacturing products to the highest quality standards
- Gather raw materials and mix batches as per schedule and mix instructions
- Take product and material samples to Quality Control for approval
- Ensure all mixed/filled products meets ProActive quality standards
- Assist in loading and unloading of raw materials, finished goods, and other freight that is delivered from vendors
- Responsible for taking every safety precaution when manufacturing chemicals or handling hazardous materials
- Makes sure all effluent leaving the plant is properly treated before discharge
- Assist in performing general preventative maintenance on equipment including general housekeeping and cleanliness of equipment and work
- Applies all necessary labels and stenciling to appropriate packages and containers
- Proficient skills to operate pallet jacks and forklifts
- Follows Good Manufacturing Processes at all times
- Assist in taking physical inventory when necessary
- Responsible for Continuous Improvement in all aspects of production
- May be required to occasionally work evening and weekend hours as needed to ensure proper completion of duties
- All other duties as assigned
Education/Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- One year of production experience or similar
Skills
- Knowledge of safe work practices
- Possess basic math skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, attentive and timely in responses
- Good follow up and ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously without getting flustered
- Collaborative and cooperative work style internally and externally with a "can do" attitude
- Excellent problem solver who sees solutions instead of obstacles
- Familiarity with MS Office software and strong computer skills
- Valid driver's license
- Excellent attendance record
Requirements
Physical Requirements
- Able to walk regularly around the production floor and office areas, including climbing steps and also occasionally climbing on a ladder
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
- Able to bend, squat, sit and stand
- Able to sit in office chair working on written assignments and operate a computer