Associate Production Operator - Hopkinsville, KY

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Job Title: Associate Production Operator - Hopkinsville, KY

Req Id: 2743

Work Model: On-Site

Company: US Smokeless Tobacco Co

State/Province: Kentucky

Job Description:

Together We Innovate. Together We Change.

At U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company (USSTC), a proud member of the Altria family of companies, we are more than just a manufacturing facility we are a community rooted in Hopkinsville, Kentuckys strong work ethic, dedication to quality, and innovation. Our culture blends tradition with forward-thinking, where every team member plays a role in shaping the future of our smokeless tobacco brands.

We responsibly manufacture and market our products to adult tobacco consumers, always with a commitment to quality, safety, and operational excellence. In Hopkinsville, we take pride in our people, our process, and our shared mission.

We are currently seeking highly qualified Associate Production Operators [primarily 3rd shift] to join our plants based in Hopkinsville, KY.

What you will be doing:

• Supporting high speed production operations, as well as ongoing efforts to embrace high performance work systems.
• Operating and maintaining specific equipment throughout the facility, including sanitation and housekeeping of production lines and equipment and maintaining the facility in accordance with company policies and procedures and/or production requirements.
• Moving about an industrial facility, working in tight or confined spaces, working at higher elevations, climbing on machinery, working in a dusty environment; majority of shift will be spent cleaning in plant (walking, stooping, bending, climbing, clamp machine, etc.).
• Performing some lifting (usually not over 40 pounds).
• Handling pressure associated with the need to maintain a facility which is dusty by nature in compliance with CC&S (Contamination Control & Sanitation) standards.
• Understanding and carrying out verbal instructions.
• Operating electric lift equipment, forklift and pallet truck.Ensuring the safe, continuous, effective, and efficient operation of the assigned production or sanitation equipment.
• Regular and reliable on-site attendance is required.

Specific Skills

• You must be at least 18 years of age, legally eligible to work in the U.S. and for USSTC
• Available to work overtime, weekends and holidays
• You are also able to work 1st and 3rd shift
• Possess equivalent manufacturing/production experience, operator experience, or relevant military experience preferred
• Ability to work as part of a team with other employees of all levels
• Have a strong dedication to safety
• Possess excellent problem-solving skills, and strong written and oral communication skills
• Possess a high degree of initiative and conscientiousness
• Willing to perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Candidate must successfully complete and pass the required assessment(s). Click on the link to learn more: https://www.altria.com/people-and-careers/careers/open-jobs-portal/manufacturing?src=topnav

Altria is a Fortune 500 company that has a leading portfolio of products for U.S. adult tobacco and nicotine consumers 21+. For decades weve been leaders in the tobacco industry, but the industry is evolving - and so are we. Our Vision is Moving Beyond Smoking.

At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.

Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations, and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev and Cronos Group.

Learn more about Altria at www.altria.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

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