Zep Inc is hiring: Production Assistant in Emerson

About Zep Inc.

Zep Inc. is a leading manufacturer of cleaning solutions for businesses and consumers with operations across the U.S., Canada, and Europe. Our purpose is to make the planet cleaner, safer, and more productive. We focus on understanding and solving cleaning needs for consumers, as well as business customers across segments including transportation, industrial, institutional, and food & beverage. We also have a strong presence in the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) segment, where we develop products to help consumers and businesses maintain a clean and safe environment. Our products can be found online and at retail shelves at outlets like Home Depot, Amazon, Lowe\'s, Ace Hardware, Grainger, HD Supply, Walmart, and many others. We market our products under established brand names, such as Zep, Enforcer, Misty, TimeMist, TimeWick, and Country Vet. Zep was founded in 1937 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA. In 2021, Zep became the official cleaning partner of Atlanta United FC.

Position Summary: The production assistant is responsible for assisting the Production Supervisor to achieve production and quality requirements while ensuring a safe working environment.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Demonstrates "role model" work habits and fosters teamwork within the department
• Follows safety policies and procedures; report unsafe conditions to area manager
• Assists and supports Production Supervisor in maintaining a safe, structured work environment while driving production throughput
• Responsibilities may include assisting with root cause analysis/ countermeasures and interacting with other departments
• Timely reporting of production issues to Supervisor or other appropriate personnel
• Identify and assist Supervisor resolve production issues in a timely manner
• Identify any opportunities for workflow changes, and collaborate in implementing improvements
• Ensure proper raw materials/components are to lines as needed by collaborating and communicating with other departments and line operators
• Ensure that housekeeping standards are met, and following shift is set up for success
• Assist with production line set up, change overs, and serve as a back-up
• Ensure proper raw materials/components are to lines as needed
• Operate production lines as needed and serve as a backup line operator
• Must be able to move/lift cases weighing up to 50 pounds
• Practice lean principles and participate in events
• Other tasks, as assigned

Education, Skills, and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous line operator experience preferred
• Basic math skills, read, write and understand English
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Microsoft Office - Outlook, Excel, Word

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to frequently move/lift up to 10 lbs and occasionally lift weighing up to 50 pounds
• Sit, occasionally required to climb or balance, kneel, crouch or crawl

Our Values

• Stewardship: We continuously improve the safety of our people and products, and we protect the planet by innovating solutions to reduce our environmental impact.
• Passion for Problem Solving: We listen to our customers and actively work to find solutions for unique situations. We think creatively to innovate and seize opportunities that will drive growth and make all our customers\' and consumers\' lives better.
• Empowerment: We encourage and lead our people to be accountable by equipping them to make decisions and own the outcome.
• Expertise: We create innovative solutions and partnerships that are relevant to service our communities and customers.
• Doing the Right Thing: We expect our people to understand ethical boundaries and be inclusive of other backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives. Demonstrating honesty, respect and integrity in all actions is always expected.

Zep Inc. is an organization that is committed to diversity within its workforce and encourages all interested candidates, including women, minorities, & former military personnel to apply. It is the policy of Zep Inc. that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability or sexual orientation.

As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, Zep Inc. provides full employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, ancestry, or veteran status or any other distinction outlined in all applicable federal, state, and local laws.