Manufacturing Operator Job at Hankook Tire America in Clarksville

Manufacturing Operator

Your duties will include ensuring the running of production, maintaining efficiency and quality, and collaborating with co-workers to help your team achieve high productivity. We are seeking flexible and cross-trained operators to join our team. This role serves as a pipeline for several distinct operator positions across different production lines, including Manufacturing, Quality Assurance & Control, Warehouse, and Technology Teams. While specific assignments will vary based on plant needs, candidate experience, and skill set, the core responsibilities remain consistent.

You should be reliable and able to work with attention to detail and safety standards, as well as willingness to learn and improve. We also expect you to be a good team player.

Manufacturing Operator Responsibilities:

• Operate a machine in order to produce quality materials
• Operating, monitoring, and tending to various production machinery/equipment
• Performing routine quality checks and inspections on materials and finished products
• Observe 5S in order to improve the workplace and avoid errors
• Conducting basic preventative maintenance and troubleshooting minor equipment issues
• Manage base materials using the FIFO method
• Enter and locate data on a computer
• Read and interpret specifications and measuring devices
• Separate defective products; report to the immediate superior if any product or process nonconformity is detected
• Prepare machines to start a production cycle, performing calibration, cleaning and other activities
• Monitor and properly adjust machine settings
• Supply raw material or parts to semi-automated machines
• Check parts with precision, using appropriate measuring tools
• Conduct tests to check the operation of machines, on a regular basis
• Assisting with setup and changeovers of production lines as needed
• Troubleshoot issues that might occur during the shift
• Verify output to detect any machine-related mistakes or flaws
• Create and manage records of approved and defective units or final products
• Maintaining accurate production records and logs
• Adhere to health and safety regulations
• Following all safety protocols and quality standards

Manufacturing Operator Requirements:

Education:

• (Preferred) high school diploma or combination of experience and education

Experience:

• (Preferred) at least 1 year manufacturing experience

Language:

• (Required) good command of written and spoken English

Skills & Knowledge:

• Quality Control Analysis
• Operations Monitoring
• Production and Processing
• Critical Thinking Skills
• Speaking
• Writing
• Active Listening
• Reading Comprehension

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; to reach with hands and arms; and to talk and hear
• Must be capable of climbing up and down a ladder/stairs several times per shift
• Must be capable of standing for long periods of time
• Mobility throughout the facility
• Employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, walk, or crouch
• Employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted on occasion
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus

Benefits:

• 401(k), 401(k) matching
• Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Hankook Tire is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.