Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Forklift, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Manufacturing, Operations Processes, Order Picking/Packing, Performance Analysis, Product Packaging, Production Management, Production Support, Quality Control, Quality Monitoring, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Scholarship, Sustainability, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Baltimore, MD
POSTED
2 days ago
Our client is seeking a First-Shift Production Operator to operate and monitor manufacturing and packaging equipment while following established safety, quality, and production procedures.
The Production Operator will support the assembly, processing, and packaging of products on assigned production lines. Responsibilities include monitoring equipment performance, completing quality checks, identifying production issues, and assisting with basic equipment troubleshooting and minor repairs.
This position reports to the Production Supervisor and Production Line Leaders and is based at the company s Baltimore manufacturing facility.
Key Responsibilities
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices within all production areas
Immediately report GMP violations or nonconformance concerns to a supervisor
Follow all food safety, workplace safety, and quality procedures
Monitor product quality and notify Quality Control of deviations from established standards
Operate assigned production equipment, including packers, labelers, and related machinery
Monitor equipment to ensure production processes operate safely, smoothly, and according to schedule
Assist with troubleshooting when machinery is not operating correctly
Support minor adjustments and basic equipment repairs when authorized
Assist with assembling, processing, and packaging products
Minimize waste involving raw materials, boxes, bottles, packaging materials, and finished products
Maintain cleanliness and organization within the assigned production workspace
Follow applicable environmental and sustainability procedures
Perform duties in accordance with organizational safety and operating standards
Complete other production duties and tasks as assigned
Schedule
First shift: 5:15 a.m.-3:45 p.m.
Weekend availability is required
Candidates must be able to work overtime and varying days of the week based on production needs
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to follow written operating procedures and work instructions
Ability to operate and troubleshoot manufacturing machinery
Ability to work effectively within a production team
Reliable transportation to and from the worksite
Ability to occasionally lift 25-50 pounds
Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to bend, stretch, reach, and perform repetitive production tasks
Ability to consistently follow Good Manufacturing Practices
Reliable and predictable attendance
Motivated, dependable, and willing to learn additional production responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in manufacturing, production, packaging, or food processing
Forklift experience
Compensation and Benefits
Starting pay: $19.76 per hour
Opportunities for advancement
Shift differential, overtime, and annual bonus eligibility
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer-funded monthly premiums for individual or family coverage
401(k) plan with company matching
Health Reimbursement Account
Paid vacation, 40 hours of paid sick leave, nine paid holidays, and two floating holidays
Annual safety footwear allowance
Paid jury duty, bereavement, and volunteer leave
Employee referral bonus and Employee Assistance Program
Educational assistance and family scholarship programs