Job Title Manufacturing Operator
Department Manufacturing Team
Direct Report Manufacturing Group Leader
Type Non-Exempt Full-time
Shift We offer a range of scheduling options and the specific shift will be assigned upon hiring based on our production needs and your preference where possible. Successful candidates will be assessed for placement into a specific operator track upon hiring which includes required dedicated training for 0-4 weeks on a non-standard work schedule possibly 8am-430pm but is dependent on position placement. This allows for comprehensive instruction and safety certification before transitioning to your final assigned shift. You must have the ability to work this temporary shift to be eligible for any of our operator positions. All positions are eligible for a competitive hourly rate. Assignments on a dedicated Night Shift includes a Shift Differential Premium.
Primary Schedule Most Positions 12-Hour Shift e.g. 545 AM to 6 PM or 545 PM to 6 AM following a 2-2-3 pattern work 2 days off 2 days work 3 days off 2 days work 2 days off 3 days etc. repeating. This schedule ensures you have every other weekend off.
Alternative Schedules Limited Positions Standard 8-Hour Shifts e.g. 6 AM to 230 PM 2 PM to 1030 PM 10 PM to 630 AM typically Monday through Friday.
About the Manufacturing Operator position
Pre‑Employment Requirements
Hankook Tire is committed to maintaining a safe productive and drug‑free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of our pre‑employment screening process.
This process includes but is not limited to
Passing a post‑offer drug screening with a negative result
Successfully meeting company background check guidelines consistent with applicable laws
Completion of a post‑offer physical or fitness‑for‑duty assessment related to the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation and
Providing proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States as required by federal and Tennessee law.
Your duties will include ensuring the interminable running of production maintaining the level of efficiency and quality and collaborating with co-workers to help your team achieve high level of productivity. We are seeking flexible and cross-trained operators to join our team. This role serves as a pipeline for several distinct operator positions across different production lines including Manufacturing Quality Assurance & Control Warehouse and Technology Teams. While specific assignments will vary based on plant needs candidate experience and skill set the core responsibilities remain consistent.
You should be reliable and able to work with attention to detail and safety standards as well as willingness to learn and improve. We also expect you to be a good team player.
Manufacturing Operator responsibilities are
Operate a machine in order to produce quality materials
Operating monitoring and tending to various production machineryequipment e.g. automated assembly material handling systems
Performing routine quality checks and inspections on materials and finished products
Observe 5S in order to improve the workplace and avoid errors
Conducting basic preventative maintenance and troubleshooting minor equipment issues
Manage base materials using the FIFO first in first out method
Enter and locate data on a computer
Read and interpret specifications and measuring devices
Separate defective products report to the immediate superior if any product or process nonconformity is detected
Prepare machines to start a production cycle performing calibration cleaning and other activities
Monitor and properly adjust machine settings
Supply raw material or parts to semi-automated machines
Check parts with precision using appropriate measuring tools
Conduct tests to check the operation of machines on a regular basis
Assisting with setup and changeovers of production lines as needed
Troubleshoot issues that might occur during the shift
Verify output to detect any machine-related mistakes or flaws
Create and manage records of approved and defective units or final products
Maintaining accurate production records and logs
Adhere to health and safety regulations
Following all safety protocols and quality standards e.g. OSHA GMP
Manufacturing Operator requirements are
Education
Preferred high school diploma or combination of experience and education
Experience
Preferred at least 1 year manufacturing experience
Language
Required good command of written and spoken English
Skills & Knowledge
Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products services or processes to evaluate quality or performance
Operations Monitoring - Watching gauges dials or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials production processes quality control costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
Critical Thinking Skills - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions conclusions or approaches to problems
Speaking - Talking to others to convey information