Equipment Operator - All Shifts

Summary:

This position is responsible for operating and maintaining major equipment on the production lines in accordance with applicable standard operating procedures (SOP’s), work instructions (WI) in a safe, efficient, cost effective and quality focused atmosphere.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Proficient in all Packaging Operator responsibilities/accountabilities.
• Follow all company safety polices and PPE requirements.
• Operates and maintains major equipment, including but not limited to fillers, labelers, automated bottle sorters and auto-packers.
• Prepares and performs minor repairs and adjustments on equipment to maximize production runs or to identify equipment malfunctions or abnormal operations to the Process Mechanic and Team Leader or Management.
• Prepares and maintains accurate and timely documentation in accordance with applicable SOP’s and WI’s.
• Perform assigned machine cleanings of fragrance or comas necessary Assists Mechanics with Preventative Maintenance (PM) on equipment.
• Random or required finished good inspections throughout the shift to ensure finished products meet quality specifications and contain the correct codes on finished goods units and boxes.
• Performs all work in a manner that is consistent with the company’s quality system and FDA good manufacturing practices, includes always maintaining a clean and orderly production area.
• Update production boards or scan appropriate bar codes to track production downtime events.
• Assist in the training of new or existing employees.
• Functions as a back-up to the Team Lead as requested by management.

•   Completes SOPs, Work Instructions, and other paperwork according to established company policy. 
•   Maintains confidentiality of customer information, and other sensitive and confidential information. 
•   Exhibits regular and predictable attendance and works overtime as needed due to workplace demands. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.      

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• HS Diploma or GED equivalent is highly preferred.  In lieu of Diploma or GED, years of experience, knowledge, skills and fit will be considered.
• SAP and HMI experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of: FDA Good Manufacturing Practices and OSHA Safety Requirements.
• Ability to: read, comprehend, and follow written and verbal instructions including Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions; wear required PPE as needed; work as part of a team; develop and maintain good working relationships. 
• Other functions, skills and abilities may apply.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds manually. 
• A climate-controlled office environment; the noise level is usually moderately quiet
• Must be able to stand for a minimum of 6 hours, walk, use hands to handle and feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, crouch, talk, hear, push, and pull as needed.
• Able to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Exposure to frequent movement of motorized equipment throughout the facility, including electric pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

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