Sr. Production Operator
IPS Corporation, Durham, NC, United States
Job Title: Production Operator
Hours: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday with occasional overtime hours required including Saturdays.
Location: Durham, NC
Reports to: Production Supervisor
Essential Tasks
Process orders for labeling
Label un‑labeled inventory based on customer orders
Print labels that are required for daily work
Pack products based on customer orders
Manage label inventory
Assist in the management of un‑labeled cartridge inventory
Set up, operate, and clean up filling machines
Check cartridges for proper fill level/piston depth with micrometer
Insert pistons in filled cartridges using manual or semi‑automatic piston insertion tools
Replenish cartridges and packaging components (cartridges, pistons, labels, boxes)
Perform basic preventative maintenance tasks on equipment
Perform general cleaning and organizing of the warehouse as necessary
Any other duties or responsibilities as assigned by management
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Maintain a clean and safe working area in line with company policies
Follow all site safety rules
Detect and report unsafe conditions, equipment or situations
Report issues with equipment immediately to maintenance and supervision
Inspect filled containers to ensure that product is packaged according to specifications
Observe all company work rules, policies and procedures to ensure optimum safety and successful attainment of task objectives
Complete all assignments with accuracy, neatness and thoroughness
Maintain harmonious working relationships with team members, co‑workers and other departments
Show flexibility to changes in assignment and workload and contribute to the growth of the organization
Actively strive to enhance knowledge, skills and abilities related to present position or assignment
Experienced workers may be tasked with training responsibilities with new employee(s)
Comply with company safety policies and PPE requirements
Required Knowledge / Skills
Attention to detail
Process focused
Must be able to follow standard work instructions
Manual dexterity
Ability to work independently
Analytical and problem‑solving skills
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with different departments
Strong safety orientation
Education / Experience
High school diploma/GED strongly preferred
Manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred
Physical Demands / Work Environment
Typical workday would range from 50%-80% standing/walking
Lifting of up to 40 lbs. Required lifting is primarily moving boxes of filled cartridges from the end of packaging line, at waist level, onto a pallet, from ground level to chest level, 1 to 2 steps from end of the line at a maximum frequency of about 7-8 boxes per hour (no overhead lifting required)
Piston insertion and hand labeling are manual processes that are repetitive; these tasks could be performed up to 80 times per hour for a maximum continuous duration of 2 hours
There may be bending, stooping, stretching, reaching or carrying of light items such as papers, books, small parts, etc. No special physical demands other than an average amount of dexterity are required to perform the work
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Hours: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday with occasional overtime hours required including Saturdays.
Location: Durham, NC
Reports to: Production Supervisor
Essential Tasks
Process orders for labeling
Label un‑labeled inventory based on customer orders
Print labels that are required for daily work
Pack products based on customer orders
Manage label inventory
Assist in the management of un‑labeled cartridge inventory
Set up, operate, and clean up filling machines
Check cartridges for proper fill level/piston depth with micrometer
Insert pistons in filled cartridges using manual or semi‑automatic piston insertion tools
Replenish cartridges and packaging components (cartridges, pistons, labels, boxes)
Perform basic preventative maintenance tasks on equipment
Perform general cleaning and organizing of the warehouse as necessary
Any other duties or responsibilities as assigned by management
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Maintain a clean and safe working area in line with company policies
Follow all site safety rules
Detect and report unsafe conditions, equipment or situations
Report issues with equipment immediately to maintenance and supervision
Inspect filled containers to ensure that product is packaged according to specifications
Observe all company work rules, policies and procedures to ensure optimum safety and successful attainment of task objectives
Complete all assignments with accuracy, neatness and thoroughness
Maintain harmonious working relationships with team members, co‑workers and other departments
Show flexibility to changes in assignment and workload and contribute to the growth of the organization
Actively strive to enhance knowledge, skills and abilities related to present position or assignment
Experienced workers may be tasked with training responsibilities with new employee(s)
Comply with company safety policies and PPE requirements
Required Knowledge / Skills
Attention to detail
Process focused
Must be able to follow standard work instructions
Manual dexterity
Ability to work independently
Analytical and problem‑solving skills
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with different departments
Strong safety orientation
Education / Experience
High school diploma/GED strongly preferred
Manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred
Physical Demands / Work Environment
Typical workday would range from 50%-80% standing/walking
Lifting of up to 40 lbs. Required lifting is primarily moving boxes of filled cartridges from the end of packaging line, at waist level, onto a pallet, from ground level to chest level, 1 to 2 steps from end of the line at a maximum frequency of about 7-8 boxes per hour (no overhead lifting required)
Piston insertion and hand labeling are manual processes that are repetitive; these tasks could be performed up to 80 times per hour for a maximum continuous duration of 2 hours
There may be bending, stooping, stretching, reaching or carrying of light items such as papers, books, small parts, etc. No special physical demands other than an average amount of dexterity are required to perform the work
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