Manufacturing Operator C - Royal Oak : Job Details

Company Overview:Royal Oak Enterprises, LLC is a leading manufacturer and marketer of branded and private label charcoal, firelog and firebuilding products. In addition, the Company also manufactures railroad cross ties, which strengthens our relationship with our suppliersin the charcoal business. Given the recent acquisition of the new business segment of Pine Mountain and Diamond brands, many changes are in process at the company requiring enhanced leadership.Position Summary:The Transfer/Wrapper Operator is responsible for performing and/or overseeing all job functions of at least one production line. This will include the extruder, wrapper, packing and palletizing functions.Job Responsibilities:

• Maintaining top quality firelogs & firestarters at regulated speeds to meet production requirements
• Distribution of mix into the extruders, maintains proper log weights
• Performs initial quality checks as product comes out of the extruders and takes appropriate action as needed including stopping production line due to poor quality of mix
• Perform all aspects of Machine Operator I and General Laborer jobs
• Completion of all required paperwork
• Assist in checking all materials and supplies and takes appropriate action to prevent or limit the receipt of nonconforming materials.
• Assists in investigations to determine causes of quality defects.
• Performs daily preventative maintenance and safety inspections on assigned equipment. Reports any issues to supervisor.
• Complies with assigned production goals and follows proper procedures to achieve these goals. Informs supervisor when it appears that production goals will not be met.
• Observes Plant safety rules. Assists in identifying and eliminating safety hazards and/or concerns.
• Performs all job duties in a timely and efficient manner. Contributes to Plant cost reduction.
• Participates in 5S initiatives by maintaining a neat and orderly work area.
• Facilitates team concepts by working cooperatively and productively with others to complete assigned tasks.
• Reports any problems or concerns to supervisor.
• Poses no direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself, or others, or to property. Defined as a significant risk of substantial harm that cannot be eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level by reasonable accommodation.
• Requires regular attendance to perform essential job functions between the assigned start and end times for work.
• Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, the Corporation and the community; and maintains the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.
• Performs such individual assignments as management may direct.

Position Requirements/Qualifications:

• Demonstrates knowledge of production equipment
• Demonstrates knowledge of General Laborer positions
• Demonstrates knowledge of Transfer Operator position
• One-year manufacturing experience

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Standing/walking for extended periods of time
• Ability to work overtime or on weekends with short notice
• Ability to lift and carry approximately 50 pounds
• Typical manufacturing environment with concrete floors and moving equipment
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures

Other Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Royal Oak Enterprises, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an all-inclusive environment.We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.