Production Operator-IA

ZipRecruiter; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the production sector is seeking a Production Operator in Davenport, Iowa. The role involves operating equipment, ensuring product quality, and adhering to safety standards. Candidates should hold a high school diploma and have mechanical aptitude. This safety-sensitive position requires effective communication and the ability to troubleshoot machinery issues.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude required.
• Good verbal and written English.

Responsibilities

• To operate lining, molding auxiliary equipment and troubleshoot machines to produce quality parts.
• Performs order changes and document procedures via DelmiaWorks.
• Follows all GMP and safety rules.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Good verbal and written English

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Screwdriver

Hammer

Forklift

Scissor lift

Grinder

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

POSITION SUMMARY:

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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Identifies issues, troubleshoots machines to produce quality parts, safely.
• Performs order changes: enters startup and shutdown into DelmiaWorks system.
• Enters all downtime reason codes into ERP for tracking.
• Verifies raw materials comply with work requirements.
• Samples and visually inspects production hourly, records quality accordingly and puts product on hold by entering process correction.
• Performs changes; notifies supervisor of change status.
• Informs supervisor/lead of substandard production quality.
• Checks material quality and calls for more materials if necessary.
• Checks that all machine sensors, cap-guides and adjustable conveyors are operating properly.
• Informs supervisor/lead of machine problems and fills out maintenance work requests (MRO).
• Informs Supervisor/Lead if machines are not capable of running at standard.
• Cleans machines and work areas of material, caps, oil, etc., clean filers, scheduled sanitation duties.
• Fills and empties and virgin hoppers.
• Segregates inspects and sorts scrap material.
• Relieves Production Operators, Mold Techs during breaks.
• Backup Production Operators and Mold Techs for other shifts; Covers for absences/vacations on other shifts on a volunteer basis.
• Follows all GMP guidelines.
• Adheres to all safety rules and procedures.
• Completes all necessary documentation for all assigned machines. Follow manufacturing Work Order (BOM).
• Reintroduces rejected parts after physical inspection, if parts are good.
• Any other duties as assigned by Supervision/Management.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attends Green Area Meetings;
• Responsible for following all Food Safety related policies and procedures;
• Responsible for following all Safety Rules, policies, procedures and work instructions;
• Sorts through and visually inspects rejected cartons;
• Backup: Off Shift Production operator, Mold Technician
• Finishes appropriate Track Pro / Paulson training for position

Requirements:

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

Minimum High School diploma or equivalent;

Good verbal and written English.

EXPERIENCE:

Mechanical aptitude required.

EQUIPMENT USED:

Screwdriver, hammer, Allen wrenches, manual pallet jack, channel locks, torch, welding gloves, scissor lift, grinder, face shield, forklift. Other equipment, as assigned.

CONTACTS:

Mold Technicians, Production Operators, Mold Technician – Lead, Production Supervisor; Maintenance personnel, Warehouse personnel, Quality Assurance Manager; Production Manager, Office/Safety Manager.

BACKUP: Mold Tech / Production Operator

SUPERVISION:

Reports to Production Supervisor.