Equipment Operator - 1st Shift

Summary:

The 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 policies 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.
• Perform Assigned machine cleanings or 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 related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have one year operating a major equipment including but not limited to fillers, labelers, automated bottle sorters and auto-packers)
• HS Diploma or GED equivalent is highly preferred.  In lieu of a 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: 
• Basic Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to: read, comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions including Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions; wear required PPE as needed (Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection and any other uniform standards); 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 sit, bend, stand, walk, use hands to handle and feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, crouch, talk, hear, push and pull.
• Exposure to frequent movement of motorized equipment throughout the facility, including electric pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

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