Utility Operator

Huber • Quincy, MA

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About The Position

The Utility Operator ensures finished products meet customer specifications and In Process Controls (IPC). The role verifies that packing, labeling, and plant load-out to QDC meet internal and customer requirements, and that customer requirements listed in the production schedule are fulfilled. This position follows a rotating 12-hour night shift from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., with predictable weekdays off and two weekends per month. Overtime may be required to support operational needs.

The operator sets up and runs finished-product pack-out systems, monitors bag weights, maintains packaging supply inventory, and performs related production and housekeeping work. Systems may be manual, automatic, or a combination; manual stacking may be required. The role also conducts mill service and preventive maintenance, assists with minor equipment repairs as directed, completes production and inspection paperwork, and handles product stenciling, repalletizing, labeling, and scanning of nonconforming product.

The position requires compliance with the Huber Sustainability Management System and applicable environmental permits and regulatory requirements, including MSHA and FDA requirements. The operator must report environmental, health, safety, or quality incidents and concerns to management. Work areas, the warehouse, and the exterior of the plant must be kept orderly under GMP guidelines. Employees follow company policies and safe practices and perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

The work involves operating automatic and manual packers, setting bag weights, operating a bulk-bag filling station and forklifts, monitoring pack-out systems, troubleshooting and servicing equipment, and cleaning the plant. The role requires lifting and moving up to 50 pounds, including frequently throughout the shift when packaging, and working in dusty conditions, variable temperatures from hot to cold, humidity, and around various chemicals. Employees must complete annual GMP training and comply with company and GMP/FDA rules.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and comprehend safety policies, SOPs, SDS, the Quality Manual, and production schedules and reports.
• Ability to operate a tow motor; experience is preferred.
• Ability to lift and move 50 pounds, constantly throughout the shift when packaging.
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders and climb stairs, and to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, and crawl.
• Ability to work in a dusty environment, in temperatures ranging from extremely hot to cold, in humidity, and around various chemicals.
• Ability to operate automatic and manual packers, set bag weights, operate a bulk-bag filling station and forklifts, and assist with monitoring automatic pack-out systems.
• Ability to comply with company policies, safe practices, and applicable GMP/FDA rules and regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Tow motor operating experience.
• Experience in a food or pharmaceutical environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure finished product meets customer specifications and In Process Controls (IPC).
• Verify that packing, labeling, and plant load-out to QDC meet internal and customer requirements.
• Ensure customer requirements listed in the production schedule are met.
• Maintain compliance with the Huber Sustainability Management System and applicable environmental permits and regulatory requirements, including MSHA and FDA requirements.
• Report environmental, health, safety, or quality incidents and concerns to management.
• Set up pack-out equipment configurations to meet production needs.
• Operate and monitor finished-product pack-out systems and ensure bag weights are within specification.
• Conduct mill service and preventive maintenance, and assist with minor equipment repairs as directed.
• Maintain packaging supply inventory within the production facility.
• Complete batch records, plant orders, sample bags, lift truck inspection reports, and other paperwork.
• Stencil product with customer information, repalletize product, and label and scan nonconforming product.
• Keep work areas, the warehouse, and the outside of the plant neat and orderly according to GMP guidelines.
• Operate automatic and manual packers, set bag weights, operate the bulk-bag filling station and forklifts, and assist in monitoring automatic pack-out systems.
• Troubleshoot problems, service equipment, and clean the plant.
• Help maintain high-quality housekeeping and complete annual GMP training.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Production Supervisor.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package.
• Potential eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus and profit-sharing payout.
• Opportunities for professional and personal development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED