Operator- Pouch Bags (2Nd Shift)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Flexible schedule that adjusts to the frequency of and need to perform changeovers

• Takes lead on all change overs and set ups

• Has the ability of doing set ups and change overs in the schedule time frame

• Capable of multitasking and assisting other operators covering 3 shifts

• Discover training needs within the group, provide training while motivating team members

• Creating an inspiring team environment with an open communication culture

• Will oversee process hour by hour to ensure quality products

• Monitor team performance, and will report any deviation to department lead or supervisor

• Able to maintain accurate records of quality control checks, production numbers or waste

• Document in detail on all SSOP, CCP, IPIS etc… in order to support documentation in a quality matter

• Will provide answers to associates questions, will assist with associate's difficulties, and oversee associates work for quality and guideline compliance

• Understands production schedules, production computer systems, and batch order instructions

• Employee will report food, employee safety, and quality issues to their supervisor.

• Employee will meet or excide efficiencies while communicating inefficiencies (down time).

• Work effectively and efficiently with teammates to package products.

• Monitor packaging machine during the packaging process in order to identify and correct malfunctions.

• Adjust machine components and machine film tension and pressure according to size or processing former of product.

• Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor.

• Regulate machine flow, speed, and temperature.

• Ability to work with a variety of equipment, while keeping area clean, organized and free of clutter.

• Perform metal detector verification to ensure product is free of metal.

• Complete paperwork which includes downtime, machine log, and batch orders.

• Consistently able to changeover between items in less than the allowed standard (sanitation and changeover).

• Provide direction to team while changing over (disassembling, reassembling) and/or cleaning.

• Report any safety matters or malfunctions to the department lead or Supervisor.

• Perform all job functions within required General Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).

• Understand and use production standards, specifications and advise when producing inefficiently.

• Keep accurate and legible documentation.

• Work with maintenance to help trouble shoot machine problems.

• Verify that product meets quality standards, while counting and recording finished and rejected packaged items.

• Clean, oil, and make minor adjustments or repairs to machinery and equipment, such as opening valves or setting guides.

• Wear proper personal protective equipment at all times (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform)

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• At least 1 year of prior packaging operator experience.

• Have a High school diploma, GED or equivalent education.

• Associate shall, at all times, demonstrate cooperative behavior with co-workers, supervisors, and managers.

• Basic math skills, communication skills, computer skills, and problem solving skills.

• Ability to communicate in English and work in a fast paced environment.

• Must have mechanical skills to troubleshoot and or make adjustments as necessary to ensure a quality product.

• The ability to stand on a concrete floor for long period of time. Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50 lbs

• Associate must work well under pressure, meet multiple and sometimes completing deadlines.

• Good attendance is a condition of employment