Machine Operator

Job Description

Assists the Supervisor by leading an assigned production line in achieving defined goals of safety, efficiency, delivery and associate morale.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Train associates and production workers to perform their required duties. This includes running the equipment and following KPFG Core Procedures
• Maintain GMP`s
• Package the quantity of cases and / or bags as required by the schedule
• See that all personnel assigned keep the lines running smooth and when necessary run through breaks and / or lunch
• Maintain all documents such as pre-op checklist, pack sheets, metal detectors, lot numbers, etc
• Review daily production requirements with the Production Lead and / or Supervisor
• Package products in a clean environment, at the specified weights, and with the correct and legible lot number as per Core Procedures
• Refer to set-up sheets for production requirements
• Make sure that all packaging materials used film, boxes, pallets etc are in acceptable condition and quality. Report any problems or discrepancies immediately to the Production Lead or Supervisor
• Review with the Production Lead the daily needs for boxes, film, pallets, etc. Coordinate documentation of finished goods sent to the warehouse
• Make sure all equipment are in good working order
• Replace any parts as needed and review with the Production Manager and / or Production Supervisor for any parts or maintenance supplies needed
• Operates all equipment associated with operating at least three production lines (vertical form and fill machines, pouching machines, tapers, conveyors, case sealers, check weighers, etc.)
• Makes package and product change-overs on all appropriate equipment
• Preventative maintenance and minor repairs on his assigned line equipment at the direction of the Supervisor
• Assures the quality of the finished product by utilizing the QA staff and personal observations of the production and packaging processes
• Performs cleaning and sanitizing assignments on his / her area and equipment (sweeping, mopping, dusting, scrubbing, washing, etc) Loads trash in the dumpster
• Maintains accurate daily production records
• Places product to be reworked into drums or other containers
• Reads and checks that product is properly labeled
• Is in charge of his / her packers
• Other duties as manager sees fit

Equal Opportunity Employer

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