Machine Operator -Night shift

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain equipment and perform washouts at the end of each production run.
• Operate and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment to produce quality products according to customer specifications.
• Follow safety, GMP, and quality procedures.
• Manipulate small parts and gauges as needed.
• Set up machines at the start of the shift and perform safety checks throughout.
• Adjust machine components based on product specifications.
• Load packaging materials and stop and adjust the machine in case of malfunctions or jams.
• Troubleshoot issues during operation and inspect products for defects.
• Clean and maintain the machine, performing preventative maintenance.
• Document activities and communicate performance information to other shifts.
• Clear lines at the end of the shift.
• Complete required training, including washout training.

SKILLS & SPECIFICATIONS

• Understand and follow SOPs, Machine Priming, Basic Operating Procedures, Machine Operations, and SSPOs.
• Able to operate various manufacturing equipment in high-volume production environments.
• Able to manipulate small parts and gauges.
• Able to use critical thinking and reasoning skills to solve problems.
• Able to set up machines at the start of the shift and perform safety checks.
• Able to adjust machine components according to specifications.
• Able to load packaging materials and stop and adjust the machine in case of malfunctions.
• Able to troubleshoot problems during operation and inspect products for defects.
• Able to clean and maintain the machine, performing preventative maintenance.
• Able to document activities and communicate performance information to other shifts.
• Able to clear lines at the end of the shift.
• Able to complete required training, including washout training.

Safety & GMP Objectives

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of equipment and resources.
• Comply with all company safety and environmental policies and procedures, including OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory rules and regulations.
• Recognize and report unsafe acts and conditions in the facility and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Complete paperwork related to specific job functions in addition to quality and safety/training.
• Review and execute the Food Safety Plan and MFP Mission Statement to provide safe, relevant, tasty food products.
• Adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMPs) including proper waste disposal, attire, grooming, and hygiene.

Skills and Specifications

• Ability to interact effectively with various levels of professionals in the organization.
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to guide, teach, and communicate with others.
• Good mechanical skills.
• Ability to attend work as scheduled.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to perform basic math problems.
• Ability to perform the jobs of team members.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to interact with others in a professional manner.