Operator

Novipax; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Novipax is seeking a Production Line Operator to operate fluff converting lines and support changeovers, troubleshooting, and quality checks. You will adjust machinery to control speeds, pressures, and temperatures, record production data, and ensure safety and GMP standards on the line.

You will collaborate with Packers and Assistants to determine daily tasks, mentor junior staff, and handle maintenance requests as needed.

Responsibilities

• Correctly and safely operate fluff converting lines
• Safely and efficiently participate in changeovers, operation, and troubleshooting of various unit ops on assigned line.
• Check and maintain product quality according to specifications provided
• Adjust machine components to regulate speeds, pressures, temperatures, and flow of materials
• Record and maintain accurate production data into assigned systems
• Supply packaging materials to line as required to ensure efficient operation.
• Inspect finished goods during the run, help to identify and correct routine quality problems.
• Maintain all safety, GMP, and area housekeeping standards.
• Maintains constant communication with other team members to assure product quality, quantity, and efficiencies.
• Fill out Maintenance request on all needed maintenance functions, assisting when possible.
• Perform quality tests, analyze and record data. Make necessary process changes to maintain productivity and quality levels.
• Daily collaboration with Packers and Assistant Operator in determining what tasks need to be accomplished.
• Train and serve as mentor/lead to others on the line crew.
• Use material handling equipment as requested.
• Physical requirements include:
• Lifting 50 – 75 throughout a 12-hour shift
• Standing continuously for 12-hour shift
• Reaching overhead throughout 12-hour shift
• Kneeling or crouching frequently throughout 12-hour shift
• Perform any assigned duties that fall within the scope as defined by site management

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Correctly and safely operate fluff converting lines
• Safely and efficiently participate in changeovers, operation, and troubleshooting of various unit ops on assigned line.
• Check and maintain product quality according to specifications provided
• Adjust machine components to regulate speeds, pressures, temperatures, and flow of materials
• Record and maintain accurate production data into assigned systems
• Supply packaging materials to line as required to ensure efficient operation.
• Inspect finished goods during the run, help to identify and correct routine quality problems.
• Maintain all safety, GMP, and area housekeeping standards.
• Maintains constant communication with other team members to assure product quality, quantity, and efficiencies.
• Fill out Maintenance request on all needed maintenance functions, assisting when possible.
• Perform quality tests, analyze and record data. Make necessary process changes to maintain productivity and quality levels.
• Daily collaboration with Packers and Assistant Operator in determining what tasks need to be accomplished.
• Train and serve as mentor/lead to others on the line crew.
• Use material handling equipment as requested.
• Physical requirements include:

• • Lifting 50 – 75 throughout a 12-hour shift
  • Standing continuously for 12-hour shift
  • Reaching overhead throughout 12-hour shift

• Kneeling or crouching frequently throughout 12-hour shift

• Perform any assigned duties that fall within the scope as defined by site management