Technical Operator, Packaging – 4th Shift

Key responsibilities

• Performs and/or verifies all equipment related set-up activities, assuring that the set-up is conducted per SOP’s and related instructions.
• Assures that the appropriate product dedicated equipment, kits, tooling, idlers, etc. are utilized for the process.
• Assures that all process related equipment and change parts are cleaned according to procedure and are in good repair, prior to set-up activities and following batch runs.
• Performs and/or verifies all required system related checks, sensor checks, start-up/shift checks/testing prior to processing and assures that all results meet specification and are well-centered within control ranges (where appropriate).
• Maintains equipment performance by monitoring run performance of equipment through monitoring CPPs, KPPs, in-process quality checks/testing, yields, and overall run efficiencies to identify any adverse trends and/or failures of the equipment and/or control systems.
• Responds to all equipment faults, alarms, jams, etc. to identify cause and remediate.
• Makes appropriate adjustments when necessary.
• Leads equipment related problem solving and troubleshooting with Lead Operator and support groups and assures required actions are taken to resolve to issues and return the equipment to operating conditions.
• Affords assistance with equipment PMs and calibrations, as needed.
• Supports the definition of user requirements for new systems and the execution of equipment/system IQ, OQ, PQ’s.
• Provides oversight of training on technical-related tasks on the production lines.
• Provides technical input into events or investigations on routine equipment/systems issues including assisting in identifying potential root causes and assisting in corrective and preventative actions.
• Participates in the execution of technical studies as needed.
• Performs other assigned duties in alignment with current training (i.e. may serve as back-up to Senior Operator/Lead Operator roles).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience and a High School diploma (or equivalent) required.
• A technical degree/certification and three (3) years relevant experience preferred.