Basic Purpose:
Operate automatic packing machines to pack products in shipping cartons to ensure continuous line production..
Essential Responsibilities / Specific Duties:
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Lead and instruct a team of co-workers on complex packaging line(s) through set up, adjustment, and changeover.
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Demonstrate and make minor repairs and/or adjustments to equipment as needed.
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Ensure proper safety, quality and sanitation checks and documentation are complete.
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Communicate with Control Room and Warehouse on material requirements, including coffee, tea and packaging.
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Document material usage, and rejects/defects as needed.
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Verify production quantities for accurate inventory postings in ERP.
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Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) as needed.
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Ability to use knowledge, creativity, and continuous improvement initiatives for implementing efficiencies, safety and/or quality improvements of the work environment.
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Assist with other packaging lines/personnel as required.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Reporting Relationship:
This position reports directly to the Supervisor and reports indirectly with Maintenance Lead and does not have any direct reports.
Internal Relationships:
This position interacts with all levels of management as well as personnel in Production, Warehouse and Shipping/Receiving.
External Relationships:
May come in contact with customers or potential customers during a facility tour.
Knowledge & Key Competencies:
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High School diploma or equivalent required.
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Must be fully qualified and can demonstrate efficient and effective operations of at least three (3) unique types of packaging machines.
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Experience in similar environments, food/beverage or pharmaceutical manufacturing preferred.
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Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
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Demonstrate initiative, take direction, and execute efficiently, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points, Quality Control Points, and Safe Quality Food guidelines.
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Able to demonstrate proper work techniques, training and guiding line team members.
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Ability to train and lead others, work well with varied personalities, respectfully communicate and provide positive feedback, at various levels of the organization.
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Able to work flexible hours, including overtime and periodic weekends required.
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Demonstrate safe work habits and excellent work ethics.
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Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
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Demonstrate physical capabilities, particularly lifting up to 30 lbs.
