Production Operator

PHOENIX CLOSURES•Greencastle, IN

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator is responsible for operating lining, molding, and auxiliary equipment as assigned by a rotation schedule or supervisor. This role involves performing order, color, and material changes, as well as machine start-ups and shut-downs. The position also provides support to the Extrusion Department and is considered a Safety Sensitive Position.

Requirements

Minimum High School diploma or equivalent.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Mechanical aptitude required.

Responsibilities

Operate lining, molding, and auxiliary equipment as assigned.
Perform order, color, and material changes.
Execute machine start-ups and shut-downs.
Provide support to the Extrusion Department as assigned.
Identify issues and troubleshoot machines to produce quality parts safely.
Enter startup and shutdown information into the DelmiaWorks system.
Enter all downtime reason codes into the ERP for tracking.
Verify that raw materials comply with work requirements.
Sample and visually inspect production every thirty minutes, record quality, and place product on hold by entering process correction.
Perform color changes and notify the supervisor of the status.
Inform the supervisor/lead of substandard production quality.
Check material quality and request more materials if necessary.
Ensure all machine sensors, cap-guides, and adjustable conveyors are operating properly.
Inform the supervisor/lead of machine problems and complete maintenance work requests (MRO).
Notify the Supervisor/Lead if machines are not capable of running at standard.
Clean machines and work areas of material, caps, oil, etc., clean filers, and perform scheduled sanitation duties.
Fill and empty color and virgin hoppers.
Segregate, inspect, and sort scrap material.
Relieve Production Operators and Mold Techs during breaks.
Act as backup for Production Operators and Mold Techs on other shifts, covering absences/vacations on a volunteer basis.
Follow all GMP guidelines.
Adhere to all safety rules and procedures.
Complete all necessary documentation for assigned machines and follow manufacturing Work Orders (BOM).
Reintroduce rejected parts after physical inspection if they are deemed good.
Setup and operation of Extrusion slitter.
Load and monitor reprocessing equipment and grinder in Extrusion.
Assist with packaging of finished goods in Extrusion.
Assist with roll changes in Extrusion.
Perform any other duties assigned by Supervision/Management.
Attend Green Area Meetings.
Follow all Food Safety related policies and procedures.
Follow all Safety Rules, policies, procedures, and work instructions.
Sort through and visually inspect rejected cartons.
Act as backup for Off Shift Production operator, Mold Technician, and Extrusion Tech.
Complete appropriate Track Pro / Paulson training for the position.