Operator- Pouch Bags (1st shift)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Flexible schedule that adjusts to the frequency of and need to perform changeovers 

• Takes lead on all change overs and set ups 

• Has the ability of doing set ups and change overs in the schedule time frame 

• Capable of multitasking and assisting other operators covering 3 shifts 

• Discover training needs within the group, provide training while motivating team members 

• Creating an inspiring team environment with an open communication culture 

• Will oversee process hour by hour to ensure quality products 

• Monitor team performance, and will report any deviation to department lead or supervisor 

• Able to maintain accurate records of quality control checks, production numbers or waste 

• Document in detail on all SSOP, CCP, IPIS etc… in order to support documentation in a quality matter 

• Will provide answers to associates questions, will assist with associate's difficulties, and oversee associates work for quality and guideline compliance 

• Understands production schedules, production computer systems, and batch order instructions 

• Employee will report food, employee safety, and quality issues to their supervisor. 

• Employee will meet or excide efficiencies while communicating inefficiencies (down time). 

• Work effectively and efficiently with teammates to package products. 

• Monitor packaging machine during the packaging process in order to identify and correct malfunctions.  

• Adjust machine components and machine film tension and pressure according to size or processing former of product. 

• Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor. 

• Regulate machine flow, speed, and temperature. 

• Ability to work with a variety of equipment, while keeping area clean, organized and free of clutter. 

• Perform metal detector verification to ensure product is free of metal.  

• Complete paperwork which includes downtime, machine log, and batch orders. 

• Consistently able to changeover between items in less than the allowed standard (sanitation and changeover). 

• Provide direction to team while changing over (disassembling, reassembling) and/or cleaning. 

• Report any safety matters or malfunctions to the department lead or Supervisor. 

• Perform all job functions within required General Manufacturing Practices (GMP's). 

• Understand and use production standards, specifications and advise when producing inefficiently.  

• Keep accurate and legible documentation. 

• Work with maintenance to help trouble shoot machine problems. 

• Verify that product meets quality standards, while counting and recording finished and rejected packaged items. 

• Clean, oil, and make minor adjustments or repairs to machinery and equipment, such as opening valves or setting guides. 

• Wear proper personal protective equipment at all times (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform) 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS  

• At least 1 year of prior packaging operator experience. 

• Have a High school diploma, GED or equivalent education. 

• Associate shall, at all times, demonstrate cooperative behavior with co-workers, supervisors, and managers. 

• Basic math skills, communication skills, computer skills, and problem solving skills. 

• Ability to communicate in English and work in a fast paced environment. 

• Must have mechanical skills to troubleshoot and or make adjustments as necessary to ensure a quality product. 

• The ability to stand on a concrete floor for long period of time. Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50 lbs 

• Associate must work well under pressure, meet multiple and sometimes completing deadlines. 

• Good attendance is a condition of employment