2nd Packaging Machine Operator - $19.45/hour

Campbell's•Ashland, OH

About The Position

The Packaging Machine Operator, under general supervision, is responsible for the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of snack packaging machinery. This role involves reading production schedules, planning accordingly, and efficiently maintaining machine operation by monitoring codes, dates, and prices. The operator ensures an adequate supply of roll stock and all necessary packaging materials are available for each machine. Key responsibilities include adjusting machine micro logic set-up to maintain efficient and low-waste operations, and demonstrating proficiency in machine setups, changeovers, proper running, procedural adjustments, sanitation cleanup, and shutdown. The operator must plan ahead for machine changeovers, efficiently transitioning between products, and monitor and adjust machines to ensure proper film cut-off and secure bag seals. They are also responsible for ensuring machines run at standard speeds, monitoring and checking product weights and appearance, and properly accounting for and reworking product run-off. Maintaining clean machines and work areas, reporting maintenance problems, and adhering to safety and hygiene guidelines are crucial. The position requires storing supplies in designated areas, keeping work area aisles clear, and following safe lifting procedures. This role also involves providing leadership and direction to the entire packaging line and may qualify the individual to perform as a Back-up Packaging Coordinator or other technical/skilled position. If applicable, the operator may monitor and replenish seasoning on overhead equipment to ensure proper product coverage. Mandatory overtime may be required, and other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED and/or 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment required.

Responsibilities

Reads production schedule and plans accordingly.
Efficiently maintains the operation of packaging machinery by monitoring codes, dates and prices.
Maintains an adequate supply of roll stock and ensures all packaging materials available for each machine.
Adjusts machine micro logic set-up as needed to maintain an efficient and low waste operation.
Understands and demonstrates the necessary skills involved to efficiently operate packaging equipment in so far as, but not limited to, machine setups, changeovers, proper running, procedural adjustments, sanitation cleanup, and shutdown.
Properly plans ahead for machine changeovers and efficiently changing from one product item to another.
Monitors and adjusts each machine to ensure proper cut off of film and bags have proper end seals and back seals as required.
Ensures machines are running at standard speeds.
Monitors and checks weights and product appearance as required.
Properly accounts for product run off and handles this product accordingly; sorts through and reworks all good product.
Keeps machines and work areas clean, wipes packaging machines off and blows down area when required.
Immediately reports any maintenance problems to Maintenance Mechanic or Supervisor.
Practices and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection.
Stores supplies in designated areas.
Keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstruction; removes trash from work area floor.
Follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes and weights; identifies/reports issues with equipment; reports all job-related injuries to supervision.
Will provide leadership and direction to the entire packaging line.
May be qualified to perform as Back-up Packaging Coordinator, or other technical/skilled position.
If applicable, may monitor and replenish seasoning on overhead to ensure proper seasoning coverage on product.
Mandatory overtime may be required.
May perform other duties as required.