Cryovac Operator 1st Shift

OSI Group • Kokomo, IN

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for operating various types of machinery, as needed, and as described by assigned leadership. The job is an individual contributor and has no direct reports. The operator will set up assigned equipment each day according to the posted production schedule and as required based on the product specifications, and disassemble at the close of each day for sanitation. Responsibilities include monitoring equipment operations, troubleshooting and resolving basic malfunctions, and notifying supervision and maintenance staff when significant issues occur. Data recording, entry, and adjustment are also key functions, along with calibrating systems to time, temperature, and positions of equipment. The operator will record and interpret temperatures as related to the process, and use, read, and record measuring devices and product parameters. Daily monitoring of equipment and taking corrective measures to resolve issues is required. Collaboration with maintenance staff to establish and implement preventative maintenance programs and best practice equipment operation methods is expected. Notification of management or supervisory staff if unusual or out-of-spec operations are identified is crucial. The role also involves performing general housekeeping duties in the production area, maintaining a safe and clean work area while in compliance with existing policy. Taking ownership and responsibility for the equipment and machinery is a key aspect of this position. Compliance with organization policies, including safety, good manufacturing practices, food safety, and employment and work rules, is mandatory. This role has the responsibility to understand and put into practice appropriate safety procedures through education, training, use of protective equipment, and by following safety policies, regulations, standards, and laws. Other duties as assigned will also be part of the role.

Requirements

• 0-1 years of experience in related field is preferred.
• Excellent proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite Products.
• Ability to perform comparative analysis and make recommendations.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions.
• Ability to read and follow a designated recipe.
• Basic understanding of units of measure and their applications.
• Ability to read, understand and follow written specifications, blueprints, or schematics in English.

Responsibilities

• Set up assigned equipment each day according to the posted production schedule and as required based on the product specifications. Disassemble at the close of each day for sanitation.
• Monitor equipment operations: troubleshoot and resolve basic malfunctions, notify supervision and the maintenance staff when significant issues occur.
• Data recording, entry, and adjustment as needed
• Calibrate systems to time, temperature, and positions of equipment.
• Record and interpret temperatures as related to the process.
• Use, read and record measuring devices and product parameters.
• Monitoring equipment daily and taking corrective measures to resolve issues.
• Work with the maintenance staff to establish and implement preventative maintenance programs and best practice equipment operation methods.
• Notify management or supervisory staff if unusual or out of spec operations are identified.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in the production area: maintenance a safe and clean work area while in compliance with existing policy.
• Take ownership and responsibility for the equipment and machinery.
• Comply with organization policies including, but not limited to, safety, good manufacturing practices, food safety, and employment and work rules.
• This role has the responsibility to understand and places in practice appropriate safety procedures. This responsibility is achieved through education, training, use of protective equipment (as applicable) and by following safety policies, regulations, standards, and laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week
• Additional hourly premiums for perfect attendance
• Additional hourly premiums for working evening or night shifts
• Comprehensive paid time off (sick, vacation, holidays and other programs)
• 401k with matching company contributions
• Full suite of benefit offerings (medical, dental, vision, life, disability and other voluntary coverages) for you and your family
• Educational assistance
• Opportunities for professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED