Line Operator

Job Description:

Operates and monitors to machines that perform one or more packaging functions such as filling, coding, labeling, capping, sealing, packing, or wrapping containers and monitors the quality of packaged product by performing the following duties:

• Verifies all supplies and components by control/part number and quantity per specifications prior to running the lot.
• Starts machine and observes operation to detect malfunctions of machine prior to start of the lot. Stops machine and reports malfunction to Line Lead. Assists in repairs as required.
• Performs set-ups of workstation, follows standard operating procedures, while reassembling and cleaning hardware. Ensures each product is packaged according to specifications and standard operating procedures.
• Feeds product and packaging components to conveyors, or other feeding devices; palletizes finished product. Secures finished product for transportation to the distribution center. Replenishes packaging supplies per workstation as required.
• After completion of each lot of products, cleans the equipment and work area per standard operating procedures.
• Performs hand packaging and sorting as required. Counts rejects, finished product, and unused packaging components to be returned to warehouse.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one to three months related experience and/or training.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to read and understand documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions in person-to-person and small group situations with customers, clients, general public and other employees of the organization.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; frequently required to walk; and occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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