Production Operator - Bloomington

POSITION SUMMARY:

• To operate lining and auxiliary equipment assigned by rotation schedule or supervisor. To properly perform line clearances in cooperation with Mold Technicians. This is a Safety Sensitive Position. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Identifies issues, troubleshoots machines to produce quality parts, safely. 
• Enters all downtime reason codes into ERP for tracking. 
• Verifies raw materials meet work requirements. 
• Samples and visually inspects production as required; notifies Mold Technicians of non-compliances. 
• Informs supervisor/lead of substandard production quality. 
• Checks material status and calls for more materials if necessary. 
• Checks that all machine sensors and guards are operating properly. 
• Informs supervisor/lead of machine problems. 
• Cleans machines and work areas of material, caps, oil, etc., cleans filers; performs scheduled sanitation duties.  
• Segregates, inspects and sorts scrap material. 
• Relieves Production Operators during breaks. 
• Covers for absences/ vacations on other shifts on a voluntary basis. 
• Follows all GMP guidelines. 
• Adheres to all safety rules and procedures. 
• Completes all necessary documentation for all assigned machines. Follows manufacturing Work Order (BOM); 
• Sorts through and visually inspects rejected finished goods/WIP, and raw materials. 
• Loads cartons, tape rollers, labelers, and raw materials as needed for production & assists Mold Techs as directed by supervisor/manager. 
• Performs any other duties as assigned by supervision/management, including but not limited to cross-training co-workers. 

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attends continuous improvement meetings. 
• Responsible for following all Food Safety related policies and procedures. 
• Responsible for following all Safety Rules, policies, procedures, and work instructions. 
• Finishes appropriate processing training for position. 

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• Minimum High School diploma or equivalent. 
• Good communication skills. 
• Good verbal and written skills; basic math skills. 
• Basic Computer skills. 
• Scissor Lift training required. 

EXPERIENCE:

• Mechanical aptitude required.

CONTACTS: 

Mold Technicians, Production Operators, Mold Technician – Lead, Production Supervisor; Maintenance personnel, Warehouse personnel, Quality Assurance Manager; Production Manager; HR Manager; Safety Coordinator.  

SUPERVISION: 

Reports to Production Supervisor.  

Phoenix classes required: Processing 4-5 std week course, Basic and Optimized (9 CD required & hands on training with lining side specialist).