Machine Operator / Packer - 12hr Night Shift (6:45am - 7pm, 2-2-3)

Job Purpose and Description

The machine operator is responsible for performing various tasks to setup, operate, monitor, troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on assigned machines.

Main Responsibilities

• Executing standard operating procedures related to the inspection of product and materials.
• Monitor machine operations to ensures products manufactured meet industry and federal standards.
• Responsible for managing line performance. Serves as point of contact for line on shift.
• Responsible for SAP transactions.
• Give work direction to Operators on the line.
• Advanced troubleshooting capabilities.
• Advanced preventive maintenance capabilities.
• Performs minor maintenance.
• Responsible for training and serves as a mentor to Operators.
• Complete quality paperwork for product inspections and entry into QIS system.
• Ensure the machine is operating according to capability.
• Knowledge of production procedures and specifications.
• Perform periodic checks on the equipment and solve problems as detected.
• Work with others in order to ensure that equipment is in proper working order.
• Perform advanced changeover duities.
• Observe and follow all company safety rules and regulations.
• Trains others and serves as a resources to Operators.

Team Work and Communication

• Work with the quality team to ensure the finished product meets quality standards.
• Communicate with the maintenance department to ensure the machine is operating at standard and to address any mechanical issues affecting the finished product.

Knowledge/Experience/Skills

• Working Safely: Making sure not to jeopardize the safety of yourself or others. Working Safely (i.e., not cutting corners or taking risky short cuts; being alert to an unsafe situation; being thoroughly knowledgeable about safety guidelines and equipment; being thoroughly trained with lock-out procedures).
• Problem Solving and Troubleshooting: Being able to recognize a problem and find the root cause through a logical repeatable process; being able to quickly think through a problem and come to a solution; Being able to check things out systematically to find out what the problem is and why it has occurred.
• Technical Reading and Using Resources: Being able to read and understand technical materials, such as training manuals and vendor instructions; Using materials to collect information necessary to troubleshoot and solve a problem.

Physical Requirements

• The ability and willingness to perform light to moderate lifting of raw materials and machine components up to 55 lbs.
• The ability and willingness to stand 100% of time and walk in the production facility.
• Adequate hand and finger coordination to manipulate small parts.
• Adequate vision and color perception.
• Minor stooping, bending, sitting, reaching and crouching as needed to inspect finished product and materials.

Educational Requirement

• The machine operator must have a high school diploma or equivalent GED.
• The machine operator must have one years related experience.
• The Machine operator must have mechanical and computer skills.
• They must be technically-inclined and be able to properly utilize tools and machinery.

Core Competencies

• Solid understanding of the machine’s functions.
• Strong interpersonal and motivational skills.
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours as required.