What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator position at pladis?
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Summary:
Responsible for achieving standards and being certified for all activities associated with equipment's successful operation. Able to handle routine duties and more complex duties related to set up, operation, changeovers, assembly/disassembly, cleaning, and safety. Performs all Production Operator Support and Packaging Specialist job duties as required.
Key Accountabilities & Deliverables:
- Responsible for achieving standards for all activities associated with the successful operation of machines/equipment.
- Required to read, understand, and follow all customer specifications.
- Handles routine and complex responsibilities with limited supervision, including assembly/disassembly, metal detection, and changeovers
- Recommends suggestions for improvements.
- Immediately reports any safety, food safety, maintenance, production, or quality problem to the supervisor.
- Leads team on his/her machine, including assigning employees to positions, rotating employees through various duties, and resolving line problems on their own or escalating to the leadership team.
- Responsible for compliance to food quality and food safety requirements - including correct date codes, product specifications, metal detection, and all associated paperwork.
- Accountable for the successful training of new team members.
- Monitors and tracks productivity/quality and seeks opportunities to maximize line effectiveness.
- As needed, perform all Production Operator Support or Packaging Specialist job duties.
Skills & Experience:
- Positive, hard-working demeanor
- Mathematical skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Mechanical aptitude
- Machine set up, troubleshooting, changeover experience preferred
- Previous experience with SQF and FDA regulations preferred
Compensation:
- Performance is reviewed annually to determine merit increases
- Internal training and promotion opportunities to develop skills and increase earnings
- Immediately eligible for Quarterly Bonus Program based on performance and attendance.
- Frequent opportunities for additional overtime.
- Eligible for benefits after 60 days
- Three choices for health insurance plans, including employer contribution to Health Savings Account
- 401k Match after 90 days
- Paid Vacation
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Mohnton, PA 19540: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: One location