Production Operator

Location(s):

United States of America

City/Cities:

Apopka

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

March 8, 2026

Shift:

Job Description Summary:

The Production Operator plays a key role in the identification of performance issues and actively contributes to the resolution of problems and the continuous improvement of the plant's performance. This is accomplished through strict adherence to prescribed equipment operating parameters, closely monitoring the performance of the process equipment, and taking action to reduce occurrences of both efficiency and/or material losses. Our manufacturing facilities are state-of-the-art, and our inclusive culture ensures you will feel like a part of the team on day one. Production Operator II is on the front lines of our success, and you will perform a variety of manufacturing tasks.  

What You’ll Do for Us  

• Perform a variety of manufacturing tasks, including operating the packaging equipment and periodically providing relief for other operators while reporting and identifying any problems on the production line.  

• Utilize computer terminals, which include OIT Screen software, and utilize Laboratory Information System (LIS) terminals to track downtime. 

• Perform daily maintenance checks on lift trucks as required. 

• Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Autonomous Maintenance 

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot all casing equipment, including marsh printers, bar coding systems, and print & apply labelers. 

• Complete the necessary conveyor adjustments for changeovers and make minor packaging equipment adjustments.  

Qualifications & Requirements 

• A High School diploma or GED equivalent is required. 

• Associate's Degree preferred

• Previous experience as a Production Operator  

• Good math and communication skills are essential. 

• Ability to read, write, and speak English is required. 

• Must be experienced and able to learn to operate OIT control panels. 

• Prior knowledge or ability to run automated casing equipment is needed.  

• Must possess a mechanical aptitude to be able to sequence equipment for proper start-up and shutdown, understanding machinery and conveyor controls. 

• Must be able to identify line problems, non-conforming products, and employ corrective actions. 

• The ability to repetitively stoop, lift 50 pounds, bend, and stand while operating equipment is required.  

• Must be able to work a daily schedule of 8.5 hours with a half-hour unpaid lunch, with overtime and extended hours as required, and work any shift as directed. 

  

What We Can Do For You 

• Purpose Driven: Purpose-driven approach that empowers our people to protect the environment and communities we ser