Line Operator

Job Purpose:

• Ensuring the optimal running of the Bear packaging line by manually feeding and packaging products.  
• Operating the packaging machine and ensuring the optimal operation of the machine. 
• Inspection tasks during production 
• Pro-active attitude towards continuous improvement regarding safety, quality and efficiency 

Key Result Areas:

• Assist with the start-up of the packaging machines and the change-over to a new format 
• Manually feeding of the flow wrapper and the cartons 
• Manually assembling packs. 
• Mount and change the foil reels 
• Supply the cartoning machine 
• Monitor the proper operation of the machines and make adjustments where necessary 
• Inspection tasks & registration: Quality check, CCP check, … 
• Assist with the stopping of the machines at the end of production  
• Clean the packaging machines and the work place 
• Supervision of the overall tidiness and cleanliness of the workplace 
• Knowledge and application of necessary GMP & safety rules and standards 
• Signal and register technical malfunctions of the equipment 
• Signal and register any non-conformities or abnormalities of the products and the packing material 

 Education (degree):  

High School diploma or equivalent 

Specific knowledge: 

• Must be able to perform duties following all regulatory GMP/FSMA food hygiene practices 
• Basic computer and math skills 

Experience: 

• Prior Experience in a production setting , ideally in an FDA regulated environment 
• Experience with inspections and/or quality control 
• Good communication skills, both written and oral; ability to read and write effectively 

Language: 

• English verbally & written 

Personal competences: 

• Team spirit, Open Dialogue, Passion 
• Continuous improvement mentality 
• Aptitude for handling repetitive tasks 
• Ability to perform manual operations quickly, without loss of quality 
• Ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team