Production Operator II

Comar; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401k with match

Job summary

Comar in Kentucky is seeking a production operator to operate and tend packaging machines, ensure product quality, and follow safety guidelines.

The role requires high school or vocational training, familiarity with DELMIAWorks (IQMS) as a plus, and the ability to read procedures; competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School or Vo-Tech School graduate.
• Ability to read, understand and follow documents such as safety rules, operating & maintenance instructions, and procedures.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset.
• Good organizational and communication skills to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operates and tends machines that perform one or more packaging functions, both assembly and downstream packaging automation equipment.
• Starts machines and observes operation to detect malfunctions; stops machines and reports to supervisor.
• Clears alarms, runner jam, sensors, leak detectors.
• Stages packaging material or WIP components; ensures quality of finished product, stamps and packs on equipment.
• Performs visual and basic dimensional inspections for acceptability and quality of ware.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment; follows GMP guidelines.
• Adheres to plant Health, Safety and Quality guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality & Safety awareness

Analytical & problem-solving

Math skills

Read & follow instructions

Effective communication

Teamwork and independent work

Education

High School or Vo-Tech graduate

Tools

DELMIAWorks (IQMS)

Comparator

Dial indicator

Go/No Go gauges

Job description

Competitive pay & benefits:

paid overtime, health, dental, vision, paid time off, 401k with match…and more!

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

“Quality & Safety are Top Comar Priorities”

• Operates and tends machines that perform one or more packaging functions, both assembly and downstream packaging automation equipment.
• Starts machines and observes operation to detect malfunctions of machines. Stops machines and reports malfunction to process technician or supervisor.
• Clear alarms, runner jam, sensors, leak detectors.
• Stages packaging material or WIP components; ensures quality of finished product, stamps and packs on assembly and downstream packaging automation equipment.
• Performance visual and basic dimensional inspections to determine overall acceptability and quality of ware.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Adhere to and communicate to others all plant Health, Safety and Quality guidelines and GMP.
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety and Cleanliness

• Adhere to safety policies.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and report any unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Wear company issued personal protective equipment (PPE) such as uniforms, gloves, hairnets.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

“A Comar employee who will represent the customer and be the consumer’s advocate”

Are You?

• A High School or Vo-Tech School graduate

Preferred:

• 1-3 years prior experience as a production operator.
• Additional education in related vo-tech, operations or manufacturing field.
• Prior experience in ISO 9001 and/or ISO13485 manufacturing environment.

Do You?

• Log in to DELMIAWorks (formerly IQMS) and enter production data and complete production forms (batch record).
• Read, understand and follow documents such as safety rules, operating & maintenance instructions, and procedures.
• Apply basic math skills: add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or visual/diagram form.
• Self-motivated, conscientious, with a results-oriented mindset.
• Good organizational and communication skills to work independently and also in a team environment.
• Ability to use measuring devices such as Comparator, Dial indicator, Go/No Go gauges.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with demonstrated ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and demands.
• Strong technical aptitude, as well as analytical and problem-solving skills to trouble shoot and solve problems.
• Sound judgment - ability to work efficiently with many competing demands.
• Ability to communicate their job-related functions with other employees, customers and auditors as needed.
• Effectively communicate with supervisor.
• The ability to read, write, and comprehend information provided.

Do you Enjoy Physical Work where you will?

• Stand for most of the work shift.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, crouch, bend, twist, and only occasionally sit.
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Heavier amounts can be moved with assistance of equipment.

Knowledge of and/or previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus!

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