Production Operator
Greenfield Global · Brookfield, CT · 2 wk ago
ManufacturingFull-time
About the role
The Production Operator is a crucial role within our facility, responsible for operating filling equipment and maintaining safety standards, regulatory compliance, and product quality. They play a key role in our facility's smooth and efficient operations by ensuring accurate and precise filling of chemicals.
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and guidelines throughout the filling process, promoting a culture of safety and reporting any safety incidents or hazards.
- Follow all regulatory requirements and standards to ensure the proper handling, labeling, and storage of chemicals during the filling process.
- Responsible for operating filling equipment accurately and efficiently to fill chemical products according to specifications.
- Conduct regular quality checks to verify product labels, measure quantities, and inspect the overall quality of filled products, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Identify and address any issues or abnormalities that may arise during the filling process, such as equipment malfunctions or product inconsistencies, ensuring minimal disruption to production.
- Operate under good manufacturing practices, adhering to standard operating procedures safety guidelines, and maintaining a clean and organized work area.
- Work closely with supervisors and other team members to ensure smooth coordination and efficient communication throughout the filling process.
Requirements
- Minimum of 6 months or equivalent experience in a similar manufacturing or production environment, preferably in chemical filling or related fields.
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP): Familiarity with GMP principles and the ability to apply them in daily operations to maintain product quality and regulatory compliance is preferred.
- Understanding of safety protocols, procedures, and regulations within a manufacturing setting.
- Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
- Proficiency in operating filling equipment or similar machinery.
- Ability to understand and follow equipment manuals, process instructions, and standard operating procedures.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with team members, report issues, and follow instructions from supervisors or management.
- Physical fitness and ability to perform tasks that may involve standing for long periods, lifting heavy objects (50 lbs), and repetitive motion.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, work schedules, and production demands in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of production activities, process parameters, and any deviations or incidents.
- Collaborate with team members to set up filling equipment, ensuring proper calibration and functionality before starting the filling process.
Qualifications
- Your ability to troubleshoot, follow instructions, and apply good manufacturing practices with high accuracy will be critical.
- Safety consciousness, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement are also essential in this role.