2nd Shift MACHINE OPERATOR

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Train associates and production workers to perform their required duties. This includes running the equipment and following KCBA Core Procedures
• Maintain GMP`s
• Package the quantity of cases and/or bags as required by the schedule
• See that all personnel assigned keep the lines running smooth and when necessary run through breaks and/or lunch
• Maintain all documents such as pre-op checklist, pack sheets, metal detectors, lot numbers, etc
• Review daily production requirements with the Production Lead and/or Supervisor
• Pack products in a clean environment, at the specified weights, and with the correct and legible lot number as per Core Procedures
• Refer to set-up sheets for production requirements
• Make sure that all packaging materials used (film, boxes, pallets etc) are in acceptable condition and quality. Report any problems or discrepancies immediately to the Production Lead or Supervisor
• Review with the Production Lead the daily needs for boxes, film, pallets, etc.
• Coverage documentation of finished goods sent to the warehouse
• Safely operate all equipment associated with operating at least three production lines (vertical form and fill machines, pouching machines, tapers, conveyors, case sealers, check weighers, etc.)
• Makes package and product change-overs on all appropriate equipment
• Preventative maintenance and minor repairs on his assigned line equipment at the direction of the Supervisor
• Affirms the quality of the finished product by utilizing the QA staff and personal observations of the production and packaging processes
• Placed product to be reworked into drums or other containers
• Reads and checks that product is properly labeled

EXPERIENCE

• Mechanical or manufacturing experience preferred

COMPENSATION

The compensation range for this role is $18 to $20 an hour, in addition to KENT standard benefits (health, dental, vision, 401k). Final compensation is subject to variation based on the candidate's skills, job responsibilities, location and other pertinent factors.