PRODUCTION LINE OPERATOR

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About the role

The position exists to perform the operation of a production or filter line (maker or packer, including auxiliary equipment). Role includes basic adjustment of the line equipment to ensure smooth production as per the required output and product quality standards. As an operator, you will also assist in minor preventive maintenance activities and the creation of standards for your equipment. Additionally, it is required to keep the equipment and workplace clean and orderly according to 5S3R standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualified machine operation, enabling timely production of products as well as the packaging of products according to JTI quality standards requirements at the lowest possible cost.
• Use the right materials as per the product specifications and check the materials at the beginning of each shift, as well as change product at the machine/line, including filling the machine with materials.
• Correctly report wastes, machine downtimes, breakdowns, and material usage if applicable.
• Perform timely cleaning and basic adjustments of the machine according to JTI standards.
• In collaboration with the mechanic, exchange spare parts and consumables, and apply lubrication on the machines whenever required.
• Use automation tools and visualization to identify errors and faults that could impact the quality and functioning of the machines; proactively find solutions to correct errors/faults.
• Raise issues to mechanic/electrician when needed and share all needed information with other operators/technicians working in subsequent shifts.
• Ensure product adherence to JTI's quality standards by continuously checking products for visual defects and ensuring all production parameters align with production orders.
• Sort rejected products and waste materials.
• Work on the Continuous Improvement (CI) of processes within Make Pack, as well as machines and systems used in the production of semi-finished and finished products as per JTI standards.
• Ensure production area cleanliness and compliance with 5S3R standards, including the completeness and condition of own working tools.
• Support and play an active role in companywide CI initiatives such as IWS - Integrated Work System.
• Adhere to operational, legal, and official regulations on occupational safety and accident prevention.
• Understand health and safety aspects of own work, identify potential hazards, and always make your workplace healthy and safe.
• Demonstrate safe behavior, report incidents and near misses to the supervisor, and report identified unsafe conditions and behaviors, eliminating them within your own authority.
• Pass information on possible safety-related issues during shift handover.

Requirements

• Completion of technical/vocational training.
• Minimum 1+ years experience as a machine operator in a production environment.
• Fluency in English.
• Basic PC skills (MS Office applications).

Benefits

• Excellent employee environment with a competitive benefits package including healthcare.
• Dental + Vision.
• Voluntary benefits.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid family leave benefit.
• 401k Plan + Company Contributions.
• Life Insurance.
• Disability.
• Tuition Assistance.