Line Operator - 2nd Shift

Safety

• Absorb all EHS policies and procedures (EHSPO001).
• Ensure bottles and boxes are suitable for production and match the product being run.
• Acquire a run sheet to determine what product will be made first.
• Maintain accurate documentation of product in production on the line you are responsible for.
• Ensure the correct boxes and bottles are available for production.
• Determine the cap, product, and other codes required for production.
• Place Filler into Production mode and set grams per gallon weights to specification.
• Communicate with the blending department on using correct piping lines.
• Take a sample from the filter system to the lab to ensure the product is correct.
• Engage all belts, both in front of the filler and behind the filler.
• Ensure that the conveyors are on for the packer.
• Ensure that the hot melt is on for the gluer and the palletizer is on and ready.
• Ensure there are enough caps and correct caps available to complete the specified number of cases.
• During operation, watch caps for build up or stalling, ensure pressure is set correctly for bottles to prevent overfill.
• Ensure bottles are not being misfed into the system.
• Ensure bottles are not stopped under the heater.
• At the end of a Finish Cases run, save twenty cases to drain the bowl of product.
• At the end of the production run, remove excess caps from the machine.
• Take the machine out of Production mode before changeover procedures begin.
• Ensure that the star is aligned, and that the pins used on the heads are correctly positioned.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness of the work area, machine, and the plant.
• Ensure current pallet tags are in place and no product damage or leaking occurs.
• Operate the production line to ensure customer satisfaction through safety and correct operation of various machines.
• Accurately package and label finished goods in a clean and leak-proof condition.
• Operate a fork truck and other material handling equipment.
• Communicate all mechanical and electrical issues with Supervisor and Maintenance.
• Assist/coach new hires with line loading speeds and techniques to adequately meet job requirements.
• Perform repairs, adjustments, and improvements when the line goes down.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as required.

Education, Skills And Abilities

• High School diploma or GED, or 1-3 years relevant experience.
• Certified forklift operator.
• Ability to interact effectively with co-workers.
• Understand written and verbal work instructions.
• Have mechanical aptitude to operate machines responsibly in a safe and efficient manner and make minor repairs and adjustments as required.
• Good judgment and decision making, able to work independently or in a team environment.