Machine Operator

Full Job Description: At Walton Logistics, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and Walton. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at Walton. As Machine Operator you will be responsible for all activities associated with safely operating production machines including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations to meet customer demand.

You’ll play an important role in making sure to always follow GMPs (Good Manufacturing Processes). You’ll work alongside a top management team. If you’re excited about the challenge of working for a rapidly growing company, we have an opportunity for you to grow with Walton.

Pay & benefits.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer i) Competitive compensation; ii) Medical & Dental Insurance; and iii) Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Work safely always, be aware of surroundings and understand and comply with Safety rules, operating procedures, and help hold co-workers responsible for safety related items.
• Learn and comply with Industries quality procedures and policies; prevent bad quality being sent to customer.
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed. Improve set up times daily, improve downtime daily. Identify and address mechanical concerns and report to Supervisor.
• Housekeeping and cleaning of work areas – keep clean and free of tripping hazards during shift and end of shift cleaning of the area. In addition, good housekeeping of areas employee utilizes; break rooms, bathrooms, refrigerator etc.
• Learn and understand capability and capacity of machine and drive efficiencies limiting waste and downtime. Do not sacrifice quality for machine speeds – must have both excellent quality and high efficiencies with minimal downtime.
• Train and assist Assistant Machine Operators, Machine Helpers and Production Utility with job duties on the machine, downtime, setup times and quality.
• Cross-train on other machines and learns other positions in the plant.
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data.
• Turn in maintenance work order requests to supervision for needed repairs on the machine or machines. Be proactive in the maintenance and housekeeping of equipment.
• Switch duties with co-workers as necessary. Learning environment to learn as many job duties as possible to assist with plant growth and personal and professional growth opportunities.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
• Must be able to work overtime as necessary, sometimes on short notice.
• Additional duties may be assigned by the Management.
• Ensure plant is accessible and safe for employee and customer traffic

• Complete your work in a safe manner; adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned by the Management

What you need to succeed at Walton:

· High school diploma or GED.

· Prior work experience in the Recycling Facility; paper, plastics.

· 1 year experience in some type of manufacturing operation.

It’d be great if you also have:

· Forklift certification.

• Computer literate
• The ability to apply critical thinking to carry out instructions furnished in written or verbal or diagram form

Successful people in this role have strong communication skills, are quick learners, have an eye for detail, paired with a technical/analytical focus. Successful candidates in this role will develop into a valued technical expert, who, recognized and supported by management and a stable work environment, can deliver quality work on a consistent basis. Precise consistent work output is essential, requiring patience and a willingness to handle and complete tasks on time. Consistent, error-free work based on defined regulations and standards are key measures of job performance success.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status. Walton adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with Walton policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: One location