Production Operator-IA

PHOENIX CLOSURES•Davenport, IA

just now•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator is responsible for operating lining and molding auxiliary equipment according to a rotation schedule or supervisor's direction. This role involves performing order and material changes, as well as start-ups and shut-downs for both lining and molding machines. The position is designated as Safety Sensitive.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Backup: Off Shift Production Operator, Mold Technician
Finishes appropriate Track Pro / Paulson training for position

Responsibilities

Identify issues and troubleshoot machines to produce quality parts safely.
Notify mold tech, shift lead, or shift supervisor of any molding machine irregularities.
Perform order changes and 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 30 minutes, document quality inspections hourly, and place product on hold by entering a process correction (PCR).
Prepare for color changes and notify the mold tech, lead, or supervisor when a color change is needed.
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).
Inform the supervisor/lead if machines are not capable of running at standard.
Clean machines and work areas of material, caps, oil, etc., clean filters, 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.
Provide 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.
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.
Complete appropriate Track Pro / Paulson training for the position.