Operator

Novipax•Rockingham, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for operating converting machines and handling finished goods in a safe manner. This role requires an eye for quality, attention to detail, a strong work ethic, critical thinking skills, and excellent attendance. We operate 12-hour shifts on a 2-3-2 rotation, meaning you will work 3 days one week and 4 the next, with this schedule rotating. As a 24/7 operation, schedule flexibility is important. You will be assigned a primary shift and may be asked to assist on other shifts as needed. Both night and day shifts are available.

Requirements

Operating converting machines
Handling finished goods in a safe manner
Attention to detail
Strong work ethic
Critical thinking skills
Excellent attendance
Schedule flexibility
Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a 2-3-2 rotation
Ability to work assigned primary shift and possibly assist on other shifts
Ability to work night and day shifts

Nice To Haves

Experience with fluff converting lines
Experience with changeovers, operation, and troubleshooting of various unit ops
Experience adjusting machine components
Experience recording and maintaining production data
Experience supplying packaging materials
Experience inspecting finished goods
Experience identifying and correcting routine quality problems
Knowledge of safety, GMP, and housekeeping standards
Experience communicating with team members
Experience filling out maintenance requests
Experience performing quality tests and analyzing data
Experience making process changes
Experience collaborating with team members
Experience training and mentoring others
Experience using material handling equipment

Responsibilities

Correctly and safely operate fluff converting lines.
Safely and efficiently participate in changeovers, operation, and troubleshooting of various unit ops on assigned line.
Check and maintain product quality according to specifications provided.
Adjust machine components to regulate speeds, pressures, temperatures, and flow of materials.
Record and maintain accurate production data into assigned systems.
Supply packaging materials to line as required to ensure efficient operation.
Inspect finished goods during the run, help to identify and correct routine quality problems.
Maintain all safety, GMP, and area housekeeping standards.
Maintains constant communication with other team members to assure product quality, quantity, and efficiencies.
Fill out Maintenance request on all needed maintenance functions, assisting when possible.
Perform quality tests, analyze and record data.
Make necessary process changes to maintain productivity and quality levels.
Daily collaboration with Packers and Assistant Operator in determining what tasks need to be accomplished.
Train and serve as mentor/lead to others on the line crew.
Use material handling equipment as requested.
Perform any assigned duties that fall within the scope as defined by site management.