About this role
JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the safe and efficient operation/change-over of various types of packaging equipment while supplying a quality product. Also responsible to complete non-technical tasks related to packaging as needed- stacking, packing.
J OB DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Make minor adjustments to assigned packaging equipment with safety, quality, morale, costs and customer emphasis
- Perform proper set-up of packaging equipment in an effective and timely manner- measured by length of change over and efficiency after start-up
- Continuous attention to quality of product- constant inspection and adjustment and or escalation as needed
- Complete necessary SPC transactions accurately and timely.
- Continuous technical learning- advance training plan and technical aptitude as set by Packaging Manager
- Demonstrate professional interpersonal skills to enable business objectives
- When necessary, perform any line operations to maintain flow of production including knowing standard speed and run speed
- Support visual controls program and other continuous improvement programs as necessary
- Exercise strong communication skills with supervisors, operators and support/leadership.
- Participate in Continuous Improvement programs such as suggestion program, kaizen teams, autonomous maintenance and other similar company initiatives
- Follow all prescribed safety/housekeeping practices and procedures. While identifying and escalating safety hazards on machinery and in work area to management with urgency
- Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned
COMPETENCIES:
- Analytical Thinking - Critically analyzes information and uses logic to address work-related issues and problems. Draws conclusions and formulates recommended action.
- Communication Skills – Effectively and efficiently communicates information and ideas through written, verbal, or electronic mediums.
- Detail Oriented - Thoroughly reviews details in completing work tasks.
- Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable.
- Integrity - Honest and ethical.
- Interpersonal Skills/Team Player – Works as a competent member of the team, willing providing back-up support for co-workers when appropriate and actively supporting group goals.
- Mechanical Aptitude - Knowledgeable about how to use machines and/or tools.
- Problem Solving – Demonstrates the ability to foresee problems and prevents them by taking action.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
- Relevant experience as a machine operator- basic mechanical skills and aptitude
- Interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member
- High school diploma or equivalent.