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Job Description - Production Operator


POSITION SUMMARY:

  • To operate lining, molding auxiliary equipment assigned by rotation schedule or supervisor. To properly perform order, color and material changes and machine start-ups/shut-downs. To provide support to Extrusion Department as assigned. 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 every thirty minutes, records quality accordingly and puts product on hold by entering process correction.
  • Performs color changes; notifies supervisor of color 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 color and virgin hoppers.
  • Segregates inspects and sort 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.
  • Setup and operation of Extrusion slitter.
  • Load and monitor reprocessing equipment and grinder in Extrusion.
  • Assist with packaging of finished goods in Extrusion.
  • Assist with roll changes in Extrusion.
  • 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 communication skills.

EXPERIENCE:

Mechanical aptitude required.


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