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Machine Operator

Rochester Midland Corporation•Rochester, NY
•Onsite

About The Position

Rochester Midland Corporation is seeking a Machine Operator for its Ogden, New York facility. The role involves setting up, operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting equipment used to fill products in various package sizes. The Machine Operator follows established procedures and guidelines, adjusts machines to meet quality specifications and production timelines, and performs equipment changeovers when switching package sizes. The position works second shift, 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Rochester Midland Corporation manufactures specialty chemicals and describes its commitment to developing sustainable solutions for health, productivity, and the environment. The employee fills batches according to batch-ticket instructions and supervisor direction, prepares filling equipment, verifies packaging materials, programs fill heights, records production and time information, and completes inventory transactions using a handheld scanning device. The role also includes cleaning equipment, supporting safe and coordinated production-line work, conducting quality checks, maintaining housekeeping standards, and performing related duties in other areas as needed. Larger packages may be filled using pumps and filling wands, with scales and volume gauges as necessary. The role requires a high school diploma or GED. Manufacturing experience is desired, and forklift experience is preferred. Physical requirements include extended standing, visual acuity to read labels and tickets, lifting up to 55 pounds, and use of required personal protective equipment. The work environment involves proximity to chemicals and chemical odors and to forklift traffic. Occasional extra hours may be required.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Strong ability to read and comprehend English.
  • Manual dexterity.
  • Ability to multitask.
  • Knowledge of basic mathematics.
  • Ability to problem solve.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods.
  • Visual acuity needed to read labels, tickets, and similar materials.
  • Ability to lift up to 55 pounds.
  • Ability to use required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment is desired.
  • Forklift experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Fill batches according to batch-ticket instructions and supervisor direction and priorities.
  • Set up the filling equipment needed for each job, including filling heads, tapers, heat sealers, and cappers.
  • Check packaging sheets to ensure the correct caps, bottles, inserts, and other materials are used.
  • Program equipment to fill products to the correct fill heights for each package size.
  • Maintain production and time records as required by batch tickets and perform inventory transactions using a handheld scanning device.
  • Clean kettles and filling equipment after jobs are completed.
  • Help ensure production-line staff work together, follow PPE requirements, and double-check caps, lot numbers, and bills of materials.
  • Fill larger package sizes, such as totes, barrels, and pails, using a pump and filling wand, and use scales and volume gauges as necessary.
  • Follow safety and personal protective equipment requirements.
  • Maintain quality standards through regular quality checks.
  • Maintain the work area according to housekeeping procedures to support a safe and clean environment.
  • Perform similar or related duties, including working in other areas as needed.
  • Set up, operate, monitor, and troubleshoot filling equipment; adjust machines to meet quality specifications and production timelines; and perform package-size changeovers.

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