Shaw Industries, Inc. Ringgold , GA 30736
Posted 5 days ago
Job Title
Packaging Operator
Position Overview
Job Description
Position Overview: This position supports the Calender department and the packaging area by handling raw materials/ WIP and operating Calendering equipment, Packaging equipment and driving a lift truck.
Responsibilities:
Per Shop Floor System, maintain production lines with the correct materials
Operate and troubleshoots packaging equipment
Move work in progress (WIP) to the appropriate bin space while accurately tracking this data
Assist Calender Techs with operation of Calendering equipment and Quality Tools
Complete the powered industrial truck (PIT) safety check sheet
Change out the lift truck battery as needed
Perform quality checks and reports on materials as directed.
Assist in inventory cycle counts when needed
Removed Calender rolls from winder cradle with pole truck
Wrap, strap and ticket calender rolls for storage
Operate and maintain all packaging equipment
Assess and maintain sufficient inventory of packaging consumables in work station
Work normally scheduled days adhering to starting and stopping times. Work overtime as required.
Qualifications Requirements:
Must be able to safely operate a lift truck both loaded and unloaded
Must be able to safely operate the battery changing station equipment.
Must possess good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
Must be familiar with or willing to learn current computer systems and software.
Must be able to work without close supervision.
Proven ability to work collaboratively with all levels of associates.
Demonstrated ability to make timely decisions.
Must be able to get on and off a lift truck up to 100 times per day.
Must meet minimal Shaw vision testing requirements including color blindness
Must be able to tolerate changes in temperature and humidity
Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
Capable of head, neck and body rotation for full visibility of surroundings.
Must be able to occasionally climb stairs to operate equipment
Must have basic reading & writing skills in order to read & comprehend shipping documents, product numbers and bin / storage locations.
Must successfully complete the written, "hands on" powered industrial truck driving test
Must be able to perform basic mathematical tasks.
Preferred Skills:
Prior experience with powered industrial trucks with an exemplary safety record
Experience with continuous manufacturing processes.
Shaw benefits include:
Medical, dental, vision insurance and Pet insurance
Life insurance and disability coverage
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Health savings account
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
401K and Retirement Plans
Product discounts for employees
Gym membership discounts
Adoption assistance
Shaw Family Health Center (Dalton, GA, and Cartersville, GA, locations)
And much more.
Work Shift
12 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts PM
Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
Shaw Industries, Inc.