Operator machine II - Monoline-Chemaid Machine Ops Day Hourly Direct

Position:  Machine Operator Level 2

Department:  Operations - Packaging

Reporting Structure: Reports to Manager, Supervisor, Production.

Reporting to this position: No direct reports

BASIC FUNCTION

To operate machinery in a safe and efficient manner while producing a quality product at the required packaging line performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for operating Tube Filling lines such as Nordenmatic, Unipac and Axomatic.
• Responsible for operating Simplex & Kalix production equipment in accordance with established SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures) and cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) guidelines.

• Ensure that all appropriate safety measures are in place and tested for proper operation. Operator has authority to stop line if safety violation is detected.

• Responsible for cleaning and sanitization of assigned filling lines.
• Responsible for troubleshooting and minimal change-over of such fillers.
• Responsible for overseeing Assembly lines to monitor quality and quantity.
• Responsible to communicate to supervision when equipment set-up and change-over is need it.

• Responsible for the supply of production materials to the line to avoid interruption.
• Performs ongoing inspections of in process production to ensure machines are properly working to maximum efficiency.
• Assess, and identify any machine performance or safety issues and seek mechanical help for proper resolution through inspections, tests, and adjustments to meet standards of machine performance.
• Maintains all necessary production and quality paperwork to ensure proper documentation of the line activity.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work environment in and around the packaging line.
• Daily housekeeping maintenance of equipment to minimize possible contamination.
• Works with line mechanics to ensure minimal “line down time” for mechanical difficulties.
• Collect data regarding line speeds, write pallet tickets when required, and oversee line crew if necessary.
• Palletize line product when required.
• Ensure that all Quality specifications/and or Quality tests outlined are being followed. Operator has authority to stop line if Quality Issue arises.
• Attend departmental meetings and provide training as required to lower-level operators.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Basic mathematical skills required.
• Basic Microsoft Office computer knowledge.
• Must communicate effectively using Basic English communication and written skills.
• Ability to actively communicate with supervision regarding machine difficulties when required.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities, oversee the operation of multiple machines on assigned line.
• Able to perform complicated machine operation tasks with minimal supervision.
• Has basic working knowledge and understanding of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
• Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand, (for prolonged periods of time exceeding 1 hour) walk and use hands to handle objects, reach with hands and arms; lift packages up to and exceeding 25 lbs.

EDUCATION / TRAINING

• High school diploma or equivalent. Experience in the field or related area. Vocational training in mechanical machine operations is beneficial.

This position is classified non-exempt.