Production Operator I

IFF•New Century, KS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Control or operate machinery or equipment to assist with manufacturing, packaging, and other steps along a production line. May be expected to handle heavy machinery. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to the following: · Safe and effective operation and minor adjustments of all packaging equipment. · Proper handling, packaging, labeling, coding and marking of product. · Accurate and timely sampling of materials and communication to lab. · Accurate and timely documentation of your production day. · Safe, healthy and clean work environment. · Report all accidents or near misses to Lead/Supervisor. · Willing to support other production lines and assist Spray Operators. · Regular on time attendance. · Proper and timely communication of equipment performance to Operators/Leads. · Effective evaluation of the quality of all packaging raw materials consumed in the operation. Report any defects you encounter to Lead/Supervisor. · All product change overs are completed in an efficient and timely manner.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to work independently and with a group in accordance with the company safety & sanitation standards.
Basic computer skills: Access, Outlook and SharePoint.
Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.
Ability to work on your feet the majority of the day.
Moderate to heavy stair climbing (including vertical ladders)

Responsibilities

Safe and effective operation and minor adjustments of all packaging equipment.
Proper handling, packaging, labeling, coding and marking of product.
Accurate and timely sampling of materials and communication to lab.
Accurate and timely documentation of your production day.
Safe, healthy and clean work environment.
Report all accidents or near misses to Lead/Supervisor.
Willing to support other production lines and assist Spray Operators.
Regular on time attendance.
Proper and timely communication of equipment performance to Operators/Leads.
Effective evaluation of the quality of all packaging raw materials consumed in the operation. Report any defects you encounter to Lead/Supervisor.
All product change overs are completed in an efficient and timely manner.
Maintain, exhibit, and promote a safe, healthy and clean workplace.
Produce quality products, on time, in a team-oriented, employee-driven environment.
Operate the department with written SOP's and work instructions.
Cooperate, coordinate, and communicate with other shifts and site departments.
Follow written and verbal instructions and work independently or as part of a team as necessary.
Promote employee driven atmosphere.
Promote IFF’s Core Values ( Safety and Health, Environmental Stewardship, Highest Ethical Behavior, Respect for People )