Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

GEA•Romeoville, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator is responsible for maintaining a constant flow of production consistent with established production and quality standards. This role involves preparing packaging materials, filling, sealing, and palletizing various packages according to manufacturing orders, and ensuring product is filled in appropriate pre-labeled containers. The operator will monitor the appearance and fill levels of materials, the operation of equipment, and accurately report production data. This position may also assist with warehousing functions and requires adherence to all safety instructions and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
2-3 years of experience.
Certified to operate various forklift trucks.
Must be able to communicate efficiently with personnel in Purchasing, R&D and QA departments.
Familiar with operating procedures for conveyors, scales, hoists, meters, etc.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to read and interpret metal rule.
Familiar with procedures such as lock-out/tag-out, confined space, HAZMAT, forklift safety and various other safety measures.
Responsible for packaging some regulated hazardous chemicals.

Responsibilities

Follow all manufacturing procedures per GMP and FDA requirements.
Maintain a constant flow of production consistent with established production and quality standards.
Prepare packaging materials to fill, seal, and palletize various packages according to manufacturing order.
Ensure product is being filled in appropriate pre-labeled containers.
Monitor the appearance and fill levels of the materials being packaged.
Monitor the operation of the equipment being utilized.
Properly write up production tags with the amount of packaged product and accurately report on batch ticket.
May be required to assist with unloading of empty drum trailers and other warehousing functions.
Maintain a clean and neat appearance of the immediate work area.
Follow all safety instructions and procedures.