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title: Production Operator at Kaufman Container
description: Kaufman Container is hiring for the Production Operator role in Cleveland, OH.
  Pays $15.51–$19 per hour. See the full description and apply.
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| **Company** | Kaufman Container |
| **Location** | Cleveland, OH |
| **Salary** | $15.51/hr - $19/hr |
| **Type** | Full Time |
| **Posted** | Sep 24, 2026 |
## Description

Production Operator

*Reports to Production Supervisor*

**Job Description**

Maximize production of quality products, in a safe, timely and cost-effective manner on assigned equipment/processes. Perform as the crew leader of support personnel assigned to their production line.

**Essential Functions**

- Comply with information and special instructions per specific job orders. Obtain first piece approvals. Must follow standard procedures for completing routine tasks.
- Assist supervisors in set-ups and changeovers on production equipment as assigned.
- Troubleshoot, solve and adjust the production process to correct problems and quality defects. Records corrective actions taken.
- Perform inspections and tests per procedures, record results on data collection sheets, forms, and logs as instructed.
- Responsible for hand tools and special tools used on a daily basis. Insure tools are clean and safe.
- Monitor production to avoid under and overruns; report production, spoilage, labor and materials used during shift.
- Oversee housekeeping and cleaning of assigned equipment, work area and production materials.
- Insure all guards, doors and safety devices are functional and in place during operation; report any problems promptly that are not correctable by the operator.
- Responsible for production quality.
- Responsible for production effectiveness by minimizing downtime and avoiding unnecessary delays.

**Additional Responsibilities**

- Assist the supervisor in training of carton packers/box handlers and operator trainees.

**Qualifications**

- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must have math skills.
- Work independently.
- Have mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
- Knowledge of hand tools and able to use effectively.
- Must have normal color vision.
- Have good hand-eye coordination.
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs. Typical weight of cartons range from 10-25 lbs.
- Read 5 or 6 point font
## Skills

- Inspection
- Cleaning
- Quality Control
- Hand Tools
- Machine Changeover
- Kilns
- Statistics
- Housekeeping
- Color Vision
- Coordinating
- Corrective And Preventive Action (Capa)
- IBM Rational DOORS
- Data Collection
- Manufacturing Plant Equipment

## How to Apply

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