We are seeking a Packaging Machine Operator to become part of our team! General functions include operate, monitor and maintain packaging equipment for the production or loading and shipping of product. Maintain communication with other departments for needed materials. Provide information and obtain their assistance in machine operations as needed. Report directly to Operator and assist them in maintenance operations as requested.
Responsibilities:
Operate, maintain and tend to machine that packages product and other production equipment
Transport, load and receive product, raw materials, hopper and equipment to and from shipping and warehousing areas directed by supervisor
Count and record finished and rejected packaged product
Remove finished packaged items from machine and separate rejected items
Regulate machine flow, speed and temperature
Stock and sort product for packaging or filling machine operation and replenish packaging supplies, such as paper and plastic bags/wrap, boxes, pallets, slip sheets, labels, ink ribbons, inkjet ink and makeup fluids
Clean packaging materials to prepare for product packaging
Monitor production line and watch for problems such as pile-ups, jams, miss-stacks in the palletizer. Leaks or glue that isn't sticking properly
Inspect and remove defective products and packaging materials
Clean and remove damaged or otherwise inferior materials to prepare raw products for processing
Inspect, re-stack and wrap package product as needed
Maintain plant records, production log, check lists and other plan documents
Write work orders for repairs and report them to Salt Operator to determine priority level and/or if a call out is needed
Monitor product and chemical additive quality as required
Check and confirm accuracy of Line Puller paper work. Signing off on their report
Perform daily/weekly maintenance of machines, scales, conveyors and screeners