Machine Operator (Bilingual)

A3 Solutions, Inc.; Hodgkins (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A3 Solutions, Inc. in Hodgkins, IL, is seeking a production machine operator responsible for setting up, calibrating, cleaning and running production lines while ensuring GMP compliance and safety policies. You will monitor equipment, adjust settings, and help maintain product quality on the manufacturing floor.

The role focuses on inspecting products, maintaining records, reporting abnormalities, and contributing to continuous improvement with teammates on shift.

Qualifications

• Experience following GMP and safety policies.
• Ability to calibrate and adjust machines.
• Strong QA and weight control procedures.
• Ability to analyze production problems and assist team.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines including calibration, cleaning and adjustments.
• Run production line and monitor efficiency.
• Inspect final products against specifications and adjust settings as needed.
• Document production records and reports.
• Identify and communicate equipment abnormalities and safety issues.
• Assist with process improvement and problem solving.

Skills

Safety Compliance

Quality Control

Problem Solving

Machine Setup

Tools

Weigh scales

Conveyor systems

Metal detectors

Job description

Job Details:

• Responsible for complying and leading team compliance of all safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure equipment runs effectively and monitor production line to ensure efficiency.
• Set up machines (calibration, cleaning, adjustments) to start production.
• Responsible for disassembling & cleaning of equipment as necessary for product changes.
• Responsible for developing the skill to control machine settings and make adjustments on production equipment to optimize performance.
• Feed raw materials or parts to automatic machines.
• Inspect final product to assess quality and improve machine settings. Inspects product to verify conformance to customer specifications, including proper application of ingredients/materials.
• Analyzes production problems and assists team members in solving them.
• Responsible for QA control procedures and activities such as weight control, metal detector inspections, etc.
• Communicate and notify any equipment abnormalities, following the 5 maintenance basics. (5S, leaks, lubrication, routing and re-tight).
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of department, line or team.
• Maintain records and prepare necessary reports.
• Follow plant good manufacturing practices (GMP’s).
• Operates auxiliary equipment associated with the operations of the machine including but not limited to weigh scales, conveyor systems, etc.
• Ensures that all work activities are performed with attention to the highest standards for quality, safety and compliance with all appropriate legal and food safety requirements and a focus on continuous improvement.
• Reports any unsafe or hazardous work conditions or safety-related issues to Management.
• Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested by Management.