Technical Line Operator
About The Position
The Technical Line Operator Lead oversees the setup, operation, and maintenance of production machinery to ensure containers are filled to the correct weight and volume and that production processes meet quality standards. Equipment includes filling machines, cappers, labelers, lot coders, packaging equipment, and conveyors. The role troubleshoots and adjusts machinery, supports efficient workflow, and leads and assists the team in meeting production goals. The position also involves reading job specifications, handling materials, transferring bulk materials, completing and monitoring cleaning logs, and ensuring production activities meet safety, quality, and efficiency standards. The work takes place in a factory and manufacturing environment where chemical materials, moving machinery, and variable noise levels may be present. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required.
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.
- Experience operating pallet jacks, tape guns, tape machines, and labelers.
- Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
- 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 on a team and independently with minimal supervision.
- Openness to change and ability to adapt to new equipment and processes.
- Commitment to maintaining safety and quality.
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 in setting up and troubleshooting tuber filling, hot pour, and monobloc filling equipment.
- Oversee operation and maintenance of 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 correct component usage and material handling.
- Operate manual and electric pallet jacks as needed.
- Lead and participate in machinery setup, cleaning, and product changeovers using S.M.E.D. processes.
- Perform minor machine maintenance and troubleshoot machine-related issues.
- Collaborate with the maintenance team and supervisor on complex 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 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 and 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
