Production Operator - Bloomington

Phxpkg; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the packaging industry is seeking a Production Operator to ensure optimal performance of production equipment. Responsibilities include operating machines, maintaining quality standards, and cleaning work areas. Candidates must have a high school diploma and demonstrate mechanical aptitude. This position involves adherence to safety and food safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma or equivalent.
• Good communication skills and basic math skills.
• Mechanical aptitude required.

Responsibilities

• Operates lining and auxiliary equipment following rotation schedule.
• Troubleshoots machines to produce quality parts safely.
• Cleans machines and work areas; performs scheduled sanitation.

Skills

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Basic Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Scissor Lift

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

• To operate lining and auxiliary equipment assigned by rotation schedule or supervisor. To properly perform order/material changes, and machine start-ups/shutdowns. This is a Safety Sensitive Position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Identifies issues, troubleshoots machines to produce quality parts, safely.
• Performs order changes, enters startup data into DelmiaWorks system.
• Enters all downtime reason codes into ERP for tracking.
• Verifies raw materials meet work requirements.
• Samples and visually inspects production hourly; records quality accordingly and puts product on hold by entering process correction.
• Informs supervisor/lead of substandard production quality.
• Checks material status and calls for more materials if necessary.
• Checks that all machine sensors and guards are operating properly.
• Informs supervisor/lead of machine problems and fills out maintenance work requests.
• Cleans machines and work areas of material, caps, oil, etc., cleans filers; performs scheduled sanitation duties.
• Segregates, inspects and sorts scrap material.
• Relieves Production Operators during breaks.
• Covers for absences/ vacations on other shifts on a voluntary basis.
• Follows all GMP guidelines.
• Adheres to all safety rules and procedures.
• Completes all necessary documentation for all assigned machines. Follows manufacturing Work Order (BOM);
• Sorts through and visually inspects rejected finished goods/WIP, and raw materials.
• Loads cartons, tape rollers, labelers, and raw materials as needed for production & assists Mold Techs as directed by supervisor/manager.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by supervision/management.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attends continuous improvement meetings.
• Responsible for following all Food Safety related policies and procedures.
• Responsible for following all Safety Rules, policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Finishes appropriate proessing training for position.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• Minimum High School diploma or equivalent.
• Good communication skills.
• Good verbal and written skills; basic math skills.
• Basic Computer skills.
• Scissor Lift training required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Mechanical aptitude required.