Line Operator

Western Green (WG) is a privately-held company whose mission is providing the ultimate partnership between nature and technology, using natural resources engineered to preserve our natural landscapes — "Blanketing Nature with Nature."

This value creation is predominantly focused on supporting the soil stabilization aspects of civil engineering projects. WG is one of the country's largest manufacturers of temporary; and permanent erosion control products.

Summary:

• Ensures the quality of the product by making sure the product meets specification and watches for defects. All employees of Western Green are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our Mission, Vision, Core Values and Guiding Principles.

Required Skills:

• Strong work ethic and organizational skills.
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Capable of lifting 50lbs unassisted.
• Ability to produce accurate work in a timely manner.
• Able to work on foot for extended periods of time.
• Reliable mode of transportation.

Desirable Skills:

• Previous manufacturing experience is desired, but not required.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

Essential Job Functions:

•  Performs a combination of production tasks, which includes but is not limited to:  Loading Straw in Machines, Bagging Rolls, Assisting the operator in setting up jobs, Adjusting and operating machinery
•  Packages the products and maintains log of product type and weight for each roll.
•  Observes machine processes for proper function and production for quality
•   Loads and unloads materials, net, bags, product or stock to designated work areas as needed.
•   Tracks all scrap and downtime.
•    Maintains clean surface of machine and work areas.
•    Demonstrate commitment to the Core Values.
•    Maintains a positive work atmosphere by communicating in a manner so that you get along with coworkers and management
•    Demonstrate commitment to identifying problems and improving: Workplace Safety, Product Quality, and Our ability to deliver our customers a superior product.
•    Understand, support and execute all work in safe manner and contribute to a culture that promotes safety as its overriding priority.
•    Work as necessary to fulfill the production schedule. 
•    Other duties as assigned.