First Quality
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We are seeking Operator Technicians ($22.63/hr) for our First Quality Tissue plant located in Anderson, SC.
Founded over 35 years ago, First Quality is a family-owned company that has grown from a small business in McElhattan, Pennsylvania into a group of companies, employing over 5,000 team members, while maintaining our family values and entrepreneurial spirit. With corporate offices in New York and Pennsylvania and 8 manufacturing campuses across the U.S. and Canada, the companies within the First Quality group produce high-quality personal care and household products for large retailers and healthcare organizations. Our personal care and household product portfolio includes baby diapers, wipes, feminine pads, paper towels, bath tissue, adult incontinence products, laundry detergents, fabric finishers, and dishwash solutions. In addition, we manufacture certain raw materials and components used in the manufacturing of these products, including flexible print and packaging solutions.
Guided by our values of humility, unity, and integrity, we leverage advanced technology and innovation to drive growth and create new opportunities. At First Quality, you’ll find a collaborative environment focused on continuous learning, professional development, and our mission to Make Things Better®.
We are seeking Operator Technicians ($22.63/hr) for our First Quality Tissue plant located in Anderson, SC. Operator Technicians are responsible for operating more than one type of machine in more than one department in a safe, competent, efficient, and productive manner. Each operator must keep a safe and clean work area.
Owns personal and team safety. Observes all safety rules and uses the proper safety equipment at all times.
Responsible for supporting the team and other team members to achieve world class results.
Follows necessary Good Manufacturing Practices and other manufacturing regulations/guidelines.
Manages respective operations support function. Receives work direction from the Lead.
Operates select pieces of process and material handling equipment.
Ensures all raw material inventories are maintained and communicates any issues with the Lead.
Ensures quality and workmanship standards are met for the products being produced.
Ensures process and product quality checks are performed as required.
Maintains any required record keeping.
Ensures shift-to-shift communication is maintained.
Practices good housekeeping by keeping the machines and surrounding areas clean.
Develops and maintains operating procedures and ensures all SOP's are followed.
Communicates any and all operating problems and status to the Lead.
Properly trains other Process Operators and other team members as required.
Relieves other team members for break periods as required.
Assists maintenance personnel as needed.
Performs other duties as necessary when directed.
Show up ready for work and on-time.
Becomes an expert at his/her position, but capable of performing all departmental Process Operator jobs.
Understands the business and the impact of his/her position.
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills for Operations Departments:
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Mechanical aptitude including ability to operate a forklift.
Mathematical skills to operate and understand Laboratory testing.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team oriented environment.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to analyze and troubleshoot problems.
Work rotating 12.5-hour shifts, switching from nights to days consistently. Some mandatory overtime required at short notice.
We believe that by continuously improving the quality of our benefits, we can help to raise the quality of life for our team members and their families. At First Quality you will receive:
Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
Paid time off (three-week minimum)
Medical, dental and vision starting day one
401(k) with employer match
Paid parental leave
Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)
Bundle of joy benefit (year's worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)
Tuition assistance
Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums
...and more!
First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.
First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.
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