Machine Operator 3rd

VIVOS HOLDINGS•Mooresville, IN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Nice-Pak Products, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator for its Mooresville, Indiana location. This safety-sensitive position supports daily production results for an assigned Value Stream, with objectives in safety, quality, service, OEE, waste, and continuous improvement. The operator works primarily with other Machine Operators and also interacts with support departments, including Quality, Shipping & Logistics, Maintenance, and Human Resources. The role tends one or more machines that perform wet-wipe converting or packaging functions, such as splicing, converting, wrapping, lid application, and palletizing. The operator makes functional adjustments with assistance to ensure products meet specifications and quality attributes, completes production duties to meet manufacturing and quality targets, reports defective or questionable materials and finished goods, and maintains a clean, sanitary work environment in accordance with safety and cGMP regulations. The role also performs asset changeovers with assistance and follows the applicable checklist and time constraints. The position includes progressive machine-operator certifications. VSOP1-certified operators perform basic troubleshooting, identify problems and improvement opportunities, and help train and job-shadow less-skilled operators. VSOP2-certified operators perform prescribed preventative maintenance, machine setup, coaching, and advanced troubleshooting. Subject Matter Trainers (SMTs) support new-associate training, maintain training documentation, assist with progress reports, promote continuous improvement and 5S, and coordinate with Process Trainers and Process Engineers. Certification eligibility and continued eligibility are subject to the criteria described in the posting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (high school diploma or GED).
At least six months on the requested asset.
Good communication skills.
Ability to train other Machine Operators while maintaining their self-esteem.
Ability to work in a team-focused environment.
Machine operation experience is preferred.
For VSOP1 certification, complete the 90-day introductory period if a new hire and complete the asset training documentation, On-the-Job Checklist, and 15 Day Run form.
For VSOP2 certification, complete the asset training documentation, On-the-Job Checklist, and 15 Day Run form.
For SMT eligibility, be VSOP1-certified or above on the designated asset, have no active written warnings on file other than written attendance warnings, have fewer than 8 attendance points when applying, and complete 10 hours of SMT training within 6 months of becoming an SMT.
To remain eligible as an SMT, do not receive a final performance or attendance warning after accepting the position and maintain fewer than 8 attendance points.
Bend, stand, stoop, and walk constantly for up to 12 hours per shift.
Lift 23–48 pounds occasionally to frequently for up to 12 hours per shift.
Push and pull 32 pounds, including overhead push/pull motions, frequently for up to 12 hours per shift.
Climb step stools and crossovers occasionally for up to 12 hours per shift.
Reach, handle, and write occasionally to frequently over a 12-hour shift period.
Physically and visually navigate the production floor and assigned work areas safely, including areas with varying texture, temperature, and line of sight.

Nice To Haves

Machine operation experience.

Responsibilities

Tend one or more machines performing wet-wipe converting or packaging functions, including splicing, converting, wrapping, lid application, and palletizing.
Make functional machine adjustments with assistance so products meet specifications and quality attributes.
Operate machines and perform required duties to meet manufacturing and quality targets.
Detect, record, and report defective materials, finished goods, or questionable conditions to the Production Coordinator and Quality Assurance.
Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment in accordance with safety and cGMP regulations.
Follow the changeover checklist and perform designated asset changeovers within required time constraints, with assistance.
Adapt to a high-performance team environment, communicate and work effectively with operators, customers, teams, and leadership, and provide help where needed.
For VSOP1 certification, perform basic troubleshooting, identify problems and continuous-improvement opportunities, and help train and job-shadow less-skilled operators.
For VSOP2 certification, perform prescribed preventative maintenance, machine setups, coaching, and advanced troubleshooting.
As an SMT, participate in training new associates, maintain and sign off training documents, assist with 15-, 30-, and 45-day progress reports, support continuous improvement and 5S, and coordinate training materials with Process Trainers and the Process Engineer group.