Line Technician (Days) 5:45am-6:15pm

Mandatory Qualifications

• MUST HAVE PREVIOUS MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE

Essential Job Duties

• Leads team in line setup and changeover of product, identify critical controls, and issues.
• Provides production run sheets to packaging machine operators to complete daily production run.
• Updates production system and/or case total board with completed case counts in order to communicate production goals to next shift.
• Maintains raw material inventory and communicates discrepancies as needed.
• Sets up and operates multiple machines in the packaging area.
• Aids the operation of packaging machinery by trouble shooting issues with codes, dates and prices.
• Aids and/or submits maintenance work orders.
• Performs or assists with Preventative Maintenance (PM) as needed.
• Maintains and leads GMP, PPE, safety, and quality policy compliance – by following and setting an example and validating employee compliance.
• Aids in communications to Quality Assurance on holds, changeovers, etc.
• Assists with completing daily line paperwork on KPIs.
• Reads and understands machine data.
• May assist Packaging Coordinator or Supervisor with training of new employees and operators on the line.
• If applicable, runs checks on metal detectors to ensure they are working properly.
• Supports and participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives including 5S (sort, set, shine, standardize, and sustain).
• Follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes and weights; identifies/reports issues with equipment; reports all job-related injuries to supervision.
• May perform sanitation tasks as directed (including, but not limited to equipment washes which requires tear down and reassembly, seasoner cleanings, and wipeouts).
• May perform other duties as required.

Knowledge And Skill Requirements

• Attention to detail, mechanical ability.
• Able to assist supervisor or packaging coordinator in leading team.
• Able to clearly express instructions and communications in talking and writing.
• Demonstrates ownership accountabilities.
• Demonstrates leadership.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Average (add, subtraction, dividing, percentages, and fractions).
• All machines on-line (continuously).
• Mechanical aptitudes – preferred maintenance/production machine experience/knowledge.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED and/or 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment required.