Production Operator

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Job description:

Job Overview

Spherion has partnered with a manufacturing company in College Station, Texas to place Production Operators in DIRECT HIRE roles.

The Production Operator is responsible for safely running automated equipment and assembling high-quality solar modules in a fast-paced, climate-controlled manufacturing environment. This role drives operational throughput while ensuring strict adherence to safety standards, product quality, and lean manufacturing practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Operations and Production: Run high-volume automated tools according to standard operating procedures. Assist with daily setups, start-ups, shutdowns, and station changeovers to keep line downtime to a minimum while consistently meeting production targets.
• Quality Assurance and Traceability: Perform routine in-process inspections, verify incoming materials, and use MES system tools/barcode scanners to log serials and retain full component traceability. Immediately report, contain, and escalate any defects or equipment anomalies.
• Safety and Workplace Standards (5S): Adhere strictly to all EHS policies, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, LOTO protocols, and machine guarding safety rules. Maintain clean, hazard-free workstations according to 5S methodology.
• Collaboration and Improvement: Partner with team leads, quality inspectors, and maintenance technicians to ensure seamless shift handoffs. Active participation in daily huddles, continuous improvement initiatives, and station cross-training is expected.

Candidate Profile and QualificationsMust-Haves (Required)

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Proven ability to follow technical written procedures and standard work instructions.
• High attention to detail with accurate data entry skills.
• Comfort working around automated machinery in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Background in solar module, semiconductor, electronics, or automated manufacturing.
• Prior experience using barcode scanners, travelers, or Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, waste reduction).

Work Environment

On-site, automated production floor. Requires operating near machinery and moving equipment while wearing full standard personal protective equipment (PPE).

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Location:

• College Station, TX 77845 (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• College Station, TX 77845 (Required)

Work Location: In person