Production Operator

• Location: Knoxville, Tennessee
• Type: Contract
• Job #78569

APR Consulting, Inc. has been engaged to identify aGeneral Production Worker
Location : 5105 S National Dr Knoxville, TN 37914
Position : General Production Worker
Pay Rate : $17.00/hr
Duration : 3-months initially with possibility of extension and conversion to perm role
Shift schedule: 5am to 5pm, 3-4 days/week
DESCRIPTION:
PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Perform various duties within the Solutions Department such as: cart loading, cart staging, inspecting filled/finished bags for acceptable quality criteria, packaging, palletizing and performing general cleaning duties.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect and load overwrapped bags onto carts in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and applicable BPR. Documents results on the BPR.
• Inspects pre-and post-sterile product for visual and functional defects.
• Properly package product into shipping cases in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and applicable BPR.
• Palletize cases in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures and applicable BPR.
• May refer to A2 and A3 for assistance with day-to-day problems that may arise. ?Escalates issues to supervisor for resolution, as deemed necessary
• .?Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Assistwithvarious projects as assigned by direct supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned. Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk throughout a 12 hour shifts; use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and wear personal protective equipment that may include safety shoes, safety glasses, cut glove. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move 10 to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma required

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

• 0-1 year's related experience.
• Ability to read a limited number of two-and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one-or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations.

About our Client :
A healthcare client providing comprehensive solutions for people living with chronic kidney disease and related conditions, we are working together to improve the quality of life of every patient, every day. We are transforming healthcare through research, innovation, and compassion.
About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and 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.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!