Blow mold/Filler Operator role- nights - line 5

Coca-Cola HBC; Auburndale (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the beverage industry seeks a Machine Operator to oversee packaging operations in Auburndale, Florida. The ideal candidate will have experience with aseptic filling equipment and a solid understanding of food safety protocols. This role involves monitoring production lines, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and maintaining operational efficiency while following company safety practices. Ideal candidates should possess a vocational diploma and have strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience with Aseptic Krones filler equipment.
• CIP/SIP experience on Krones aseptic block.
• Ability to drive a forklift.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor filling and packaging machines ensuring quality standards.
• Perform machine maintenance and minor repairs as needed.
• Follow safety and GMP regulations at all times.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Basic Computational Skills

Communication

Forklift Operation

Education

High School/Vocational Diploma

Job description

• Observe machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of filled or packaged products to standards.

  · Weigh, and inspect products, verifying and adjusting product weight or measurement to meet specifications.

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

  · Supply filling equipment with materials such as caps, sanitizing chemicals and bottles.

  · Proactively monitor the production line, filler, Blow molder, capper and perform conveyance watching for problems such as pileups or jams.

  · Count and record finished and rejected packaged items.

  · CIP/clean the filler, capper, coder, and surrounding area. Maintain the entire filling area in an audit ready condition during production.

  · Able to complete CL, CIL and MSS on time and CIP check list.

  · Confirm product quality with the Quality Assurance Department prior to production and during the production of the product, ensuring it meets and complies with all quality protocols.

  · Oil, trouble shoot and make minor adjustments or repairs to filling Blow molder and capping equipment.

  · Aid in the training of new personnel if necessary.

  · Follow all safety, working, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) rules.

  · Perform other duties as assigned by management.

  · Perform Filler and BM change over without assistance

  · Ability to perform operations PMs following OEM procedures.

  · Ability to drive a forklift

  · 3-year experience operating Aseptic Krones filler equipment.

  Skills/qualifications required:

  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  · Must work in a safe, efficient manner and follow all safety procedures including the use of safety equipment.

  · Must have the ability to troubleshoot small problems and be able to discern when issues may require input from levels of authority within the corporation.

  · Must be willing to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.

  · A High School/vocational diploma is required.

  · High School level verbal and written communication skills.

  · Basic computational skills required. Simple math and reasoning required.

  · Must be able to operate the equipment effectively after the appropriate break-in period.

  · 2 years of experience operating aseptic filler or blow molder equipment

  · Able to work all shifts as business needs.

  · CIP/SIP experience on Krones aseptic block.

  · Ability to drive a forklift.

  CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

  Must possess or be able to use HMI (human machine interface) devices and understand process trending and SPC (statistical Process Control).

  Food safety requirements:

  · Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.

  · Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.

  · Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.

  · Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.

  · Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.

  · Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming products in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.

  · In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.

  · Document machine performance, abnormal occurrences and all intervention daily.