Machine Operator D

Ecolab•Joliet, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Safely operate filling, capping, sealing, casing, weighing, and other machinery to package liquid and cast products while meeting production and quality standards. The role includes using appropriate personal protective equipment, maintaining a clean work area, following safe lifting and work procedures, understanding safety data sheets and chemical-handling requirements, and following equipment procedures. Determine packaging-material needs from pack sheets and verify material codes. Coordinate with mixing personnel and leadership, complete required quality-control testing and Walk the Line requirements, and ensure the intermediate product is packaged in the specified container. Set up and operate department equipment for product preparation and packaging. Verify that filled containers and outer boxes meet requirements for weight, appearance, labeling, date codes, cleanliness, and other specifications; promptly report unusual product or package appearance. Conduct and document production and quality checks. Package products according to specifications and, where applicable, FDA guidelines and requirements, transportation laws, and customer needs. Perform equipment changeovers within expected timeframes and quality standards, and carry out safe line start-ups. Maintain work areas using systems and practices such as AM, CIL, 5S, and Defect Handling; maintain production-tracking systems; perform basic safety and quality system work; and complete SAP inventory and material-usage transactions. Other duties may be assigned based on business needs and training.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of experience in a plant, warehouse, or chemical-processing environment.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Complete training and master position-related skills, such as Hazardous Material Safety and DOT training.
Experience understanding and tracking safety, quality, and productivity data.
Mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power tools.
Experience with Total Production Management (TPM) and Continuous Improvement Systems.
Strong attention to detail and communication skills, and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Safely operate and set up filling, capping, sealing, casing, weighing, and other packaging equipment.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, maintain a clean work area, follow safe lifting and work procedures, and follow chemical-handling and equipment procedures.
Determine packaging-material needs from pack sheets and check codes on packaging materials.
Coordinate with mixing personnel and leadership and complete required quality-control testing and Walk the Line requirements.
Ensure products are packaged in the correct containers and meet quality standards for weight, appearance, labeling, date codes, cleanliness, and other specifications.
Report unusual product or package appearance to the leader promptly.
Conduct and document required production and quality checks and data.
Package products according to specifications and applicable FDA guidelines, transportation laws, and customer requirements.
Perform equipment changeovers within expected timeframes and quality standards, and complete safe line start-ups.
Maintain work areas using AM, CIL, 5S, Defect Handling, and related systems.
Accurately maintain the Vorne system and/or other production-tracking systems.
Perform basic safety and quality system tasks, including BBOs, near-miss identification and documentation, and quality observations.
Complete required SAP inventory and material-usage transactions.
Perform other duties assigned by leadership within the specified labor grade and lower job classifications after training.