Level 3 Training Operator 12-Hour Night Shift

Perfetti Van Melle•Erlanger, KY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Perfetti Van Melle, a global leader in confectionery and chewing gum manufacturing, is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Training Operator for their 12-hour night shift. This role involves performing all functions related to the operation, maintenance, and quality control of packaging and process equipment to ensure high-quality product output. The Training Operator will be responsible for day-to-day plant activities, promoting safety, food safety, and clear communication within a team environment. A strong emphasis is placed on maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and good manufacturing practices.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
18 months experience in a manufacturing environment
Required knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams
SharePoint, SAP, Smartsheet
Ability to prepare written communication to deliver the proper message and share verbal communications in team or group settings
Ability to lead a team to resolve problems and improve results and utilize basic lean tools to solve problems
Ability to recognize when company resources/information are needed
Ability to locate company resources, evaluate, and use effectively and coach others to do the same
Ability to engage people across work boundaries to solve issues
Ability to communicate with the maintenance department and report mechanical issues
Communicate effectively with supervisor and management by reporting any mechanical or cleaning problems

Nice To Haves

Food industry experience preferred

Responsibilities

Perform all functions associated with the start-up, shutdown, lockout, sanitation, and operation of packaging and/or process equipment.
Produce high-quality product that meets or exceeds targets for cost and quality.
Responsible for day-to-day plant activities, working in a team environment that promotes safety, food safety, and clear communication.
Hold safety to the highest standard and maintain good manufacturing practices with emphasis in quality and food safety.
Monitor and maintain proper product quality, appearance, weight, etc., making adjustments, documenting, and communicating as required.
Monitor and maintain proper packaging quality, appearance, code dates, etc.
Monitor metal detector CCP in accordance with HACCP programs.
Efficiently operate and monitor all process and/or packaging equipment to maintain product flow.
Operate automated equipment including touchscreens, electronic sensors, controllers, actuators, photo eyes, and motors.
Supply, load, and unload machines.
Handle scrap and waste from the machine as necessary.
Order raw and packaging materials.
Routinely clean and maintain equipment and work area.
Responsible for weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual sanitation tasks.
Make equipment changes, adjustments, and minor repairs as necessary.
Assist mechanics with troubleshooting issues and repairing equipment during breakdowns.
Perform minor preventative maintenance to minimize downtime and prevent breakdowns.
Coach others to maintain standards in their work area, setting or reinforcing expectations for the team and following up to verify behavior meets expectations.
Identify employee training needs and train others, coaching others to do the same.
Proactively build and maintain productive working relationships with all people, coaching others to do the same.
Know who to go to and where to go to get good information and engage others to make appropriate decisions.
Communicate and escalate issues.
Deliver feedback in a professional and positive manner.
Ensure job positions are adequately staffed at shift change and oversee operation of production lines to ensure efficient production, sanitation, PM work, and changeover against the schedule.
Schedule and arrange for temporary employees as required for daily line staffing, working directly with the staffing agency.
Process beginning and ending shift paperwork in conjunction with other shift lead.
Accurately complete all production paperwork and work closely with the production schedule to attain daily targets.
Keep supervisor abreast of any employee issues or concerns and make recommendations for disciplinary actions.
Perform in all manufacturing positions for coverage during employee absences.