Production Operator III (1st Shift 7:00pm-3:30pm)

Comar•Rancho Cucamonga, CA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator III is responsible for operating machines that perform packaging functions, including assembly and downstream automation equipment. This role maintains high production rates and quality standards, establishes process parameters, and performs minor mechanical troubleshooting. For SQF Certified Sites, additional responsibilities include understanding cGMPs, performing basic sanitation, identifying and reporting food safety and quality issues, and controlling nonconforming products. The role also involves adhering to all company policies, including GMPs, safety, HACCP, and SQF guidelines, and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Requirements

High School or Vo-Tech School graduate and 5+ years production operations experience.
2-year technical degree or 3-5 years’ experience with machines that perform one or more packaging functions, both assembly and downstream packaging automation equipment.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend information provided.
Ability to use measuring devices such as Comparator, Dial indicator, Go/No Go gauges.
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with demonstrated ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and demands.
Strong technical aptitude, as well as analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and solve problems.
Sound judgment - ability to work efficiently with many competing demands.
Ability to speak clearly and effectively before groups of employees, customers and auditors as needed.
Basic understanding of the cGMPs and Good Hygiene Personnel Practices (for SQF Certified Sites).
Knowledge of and/or previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an ISO 9001 and/or 13485 manufacturing environment.
Experience leading process improvement initiatives or projects.

Responsibilities

Set up, start up, and run machines that perform packaging functions, assembly, and downstream packaging automation equipment.
Operate equipment effectively to maintain good quality and high production rates.
Establish process parameters in various secondary operations equipment.
Use applicable hand tools and air tools for sampling, setup, startup, and production functions.
Troubleshoot and fix minor mechanical issues.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Adhere to and communicate plant Health, Safety, and Quality guidelines and GMP.
Notify SQF Practitioner and/or Supervisor of any repairs or adjustments required.
Perform basic sanitation functions.
Notify SQF Practitioner/Quality Manager or any other Management personnel of ANY Food Safety or Quality issues.
Identify problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of raw material, processes, quality system, or safety system by performing Production/Quality Checks.
Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
Execute and follow the HOLD SOP, controlling further processing or delivery of nonconforming product.
Follow all Food Fraud/Food Defense Policies.
Log in to DELMIAWorks (formerly IQMS) and enter production data and complete production forms (batch record).
Read, understand, and follow documents such as safety rules, operating & maintenance instructions, and procedures.
Apply basic math skills: add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or visual/diagram form.
Use measuring devices such as Comparator, Dial indicator, Go/No Go gauges.
Onboard, develop, and train Production Operator I & II.
Prioritize, plan, organize, and coordinate work with Production Operator I & II as needed.
Lead quality improvement projects.
Effectively communicate with supervisor.