Machine Operator(Case Packer) 1st Shift - 5:30am - 4:00pm

Description

Job Title: Machine Operator (Case Packer)

Department: Operations

Reports To: Distr. Manager / Production Supervisor

Position Type: Full Time

Schedule/Shift: 1st Shift - 5:30am - 4:00pm ( Monday thru Thurs with O/T)

Starting Wage: $21.00 per hour

• Purpose of Position The position is responsible for maintaining production line equipment performance required to meet schedule goals.
• Values and Business Practices

• •Customer First – We deliver on what we promise to our customers with a positive attitude
• •We treat everybody with respect and dignity
• •We operate with high business ethics
• •We are a good corporate citizen
• •We value our professional relationships
• •We strive to have a “Continuous Improvement Culture”
• •We are committed to the safety of our employees and our equipment/facilities

• Company Expectations Our expectation is that all employees, customers, vendors will perform in a manner that will ensure long term success.
• Flexibility:

Works the hours needed to support the business goals (including overtime, weekends and holidays). Remains open-minded, performs a wide variety of job tasks, transitions from task to task effectively (multi-task).

Reliability:

Always present and punctual; arrives prepared for work. Completes work in a timely, accurate and consistent manner. Plan and schedule your time off in advance with your supervisor or manager. Avoid unscheduled days off which will result in attendance points.

Attitude:

Maintains a “Whatever it Takes” attitude. Lives by company stated values and inspires others.

Willingness to learn:

Approaches new tasks with an interest to learn. Has the ability to learn techniques as job task requirements change.

Initiative:

Seeks out additional work when job tasks are completed. Goes above and beyond required tasks. Participate in pre-shift meetings and department meetings. Display pride in your work area by maintaining daily housekeeping of our operations building, equipment, break rooms, restrooms, smoke areas, etc… Promote teamwork and assist in all areas and processes in the operation as needed / required.

Quality of Work:

Maintains high standards despite pressing deadlines. Produces accurate, thorough and professional work.

Understands the importance of “Only Handle It Once – OHIO”, by completing work correctly the first time.

Follows directions:

Follows all written and verbal instructions provided by management, project leader, etc…

Communication:

Shares all information in a professional and factual manner ensuring the best decisions are made for the company. Report all issues to your manager/supervisor.

Appearance:

Maintains an appropriate appearance and dresses in accordance with the established dress code guidelines to your respective position.

Safety:

Follows all rules, guideline, and practices. Informs supervisor / manager immediately if unsafe conduct or conditions arise.

Position Competency

1. Must be able to lift 50lbs., stand for extended periods.

2. Ability to work in a non-climate control environment.

3. The ability to perform basic mechanical functions.

4. The ability to understand the production schedule.

Position Expectations Productivity

• •Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.
• •Minimize machine downtime through effective and efficient trouble shooting.
• •Complete machine changeovers in established (SOP) time frames.
• •Insure machines are running at established (SOP) speeds.
• •Keep machines loaded with packaging materials.
• •Responsible for Weekly Machine PM
• •Inspection of vacuum system. Clean filter and suction cups. Reassemble
• •Inspect and clean dancing bar, pinch rollers, nip rollers
• •Inspect knife for damage
• •Inspection and cleaning of glue area.
• •Inspect heat tunnel belt for plastic build up.
• •Safety panels inspection and cleaning.

Initiative:

Help other team members when time permits.

Safety :

• •Follow established production area safety policies.
• •Operate machines within the parameters of manufacturer specifications. Never bypass safety features on the machines like guards and switches.
• •Report any unsafe conditions, accidents/incidents, or near misses immediately to your supervisor/manager.
• •Wear PPEs as required
• •Follow safety and security policies and SOPs

Quality :

• •Insure correct case labels are being used.
• •Insure case labels are being applied correctly.
• •Insure trays are glued and overwrapped properly.
• •Insure cases/trays are coded and printed correctly.
• •Collect quality samples and document quality checks as required.
• •Report any unresolved quality issues immediately.
• •Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.
• •Daily machine cleaning before and after production (Maintain a dust free machine before and after every shift).