Technical Line Operator
About The Position
The Technical Line Operator Lead oversees the operation, setup, and maintenance of production machinery to ensure containers meet correct weight and fill-volume requirements. The role ensures production equipment and processes—including cap torquing, labeling, lot-code placement, packaging, and conveyors—meet quality standards. The Lead troubleshoots and adjusts machinery, supports smooth production workflow, and leads and assists the team in meeting production goals. The position is based in a factory and manufacturing environment, with exposure to chemical materials, moving machinery, and variable noise levels. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is regularly required, and the employee must maintain awareness of safety protocols for personnel and equipment. Specific duties may vary based on departmental needs, and additional tasks may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing setting, including a leadership role.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
- Strong communication skills with team members and supervisors.
- Ability to lead, mentor, and train junior operators.
- Basic troubleshooting skills and technical aptitude for operating and learning new equipment.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and independently with minimal supervision.
- Openness to change and ability to adapt to new equipment and processes.
- Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
- Commitment to maintaining safety and quality at all times.
- Experience operating pallet jacks, tape guns, tape machines, and labelers.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with liquid filling machines, capping systems, conveyors, lot coders, and shrink tunnels.
- Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead and assist with setting up and troubleshooting filling equipment, including tuber filling, hot pour, and monobloc filling machines.
- Oversee operation and maintenance of line equipment, including lot coders, labeling machines, automated capping equipment, and case tapping equipment.
- Ensure setup standards are followed, including machine setting sheets, manning maps, and TAMUs.
- Read and interpret job specification paperwork to ensure accurate component usage and material handling.
- Operate manual and electric pallet jacks as needed.
- Lead and participate in efficient machinery setup, cleaning, and product changeovers using S.M.E.D. (Single-Minute Exchange of Die) processes.
- Perform minor machine maintenance and troubleshoot machine-related issues.
- Collaborate with the maintenance team and supervisor on complex machine malfunctions and repairs.
- Safely connect pumps and hoses to transfer bulk materials to and from containment vessels, totes, barrels, or pails.
- Verify pumps and machinery are clean before introducing bulk materials and ensure cleaning logs are maintained.
- Complete cleaning logs after cleaning tasks and monitor team compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.
- Lead by example to ensure production activities meet safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
- Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Perform other duties as assigned or needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
