Production Worker

Description

There is a high possibility for the right candidate to be converted to fulltime.

• This is a Production Worker position
• Candidates must have Manufacturing/Production work experience.
• Please note, this is not a logistics or warehouse role!
• Candidates need to be able to troubleshoot equipment and able to fix a jam.

 
Description           

• As a Production Operator, you will be tasked with variety of duties in the overall operation of the plant. 
• We utilize state of the art quality systems and have guidelines in place to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.

Position Related Responsibilities and Key Job Duties

• Perform production activities for equipment set up, clean-ups, packaging filling and labeling, maintenance, and other operational duties.
• Utilizes Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), which requires clean, sweep, mop, and scrub production area equipment, floors, walls, and ceilings as required.
• Visually inspects all incoming materials and report non-conformances and visually inspects finished goods, making minor corrections and reporting all non-conformances.
• Performs all essential job functions affecting quality according to the quality system procedures and work instructions. 
• Runs multiple machines, including fillers, cappers, robots, and casing equipment; perform line inspections, perform multiple tasks on drum filling line, perform all required quality checks and accurately complete required documentation.    
• Properly and consistently run all packaging equipment and occasionally provide relief for other operators, as assigned.
• Adheres to all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.
• Monitor's computer terminals and OIT screens.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Must have prior experience as a Production Operator.
• Good math and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to read, write and speak English is required.
• Must be experienced in or able to learn operator control panels.
• Prior knowledge or ability to run automated casing equipment is needed. 
• Must possess a mechanical aptitude to be able to sequence equipment for proper start-up and shutdown, understanding machinery and conveyor controls.
• Must be able to identify line problems, non-conforming product, and employ corrective actions.
• The ability to do repetitive stooping, lifting to 50 pounds, bending, and standing while operating equipment is required.
• Must have a valid forklift license and be able to operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Must be able to work 10 ½ hour shifts with unpaid lunch and will include overtime.