Blender Operator (PFC)

This position is responsible for ensuring the blending tanks that grind and mix materials. Assembles and disassembles all blending and manufacturing equipment.

DESCRIPTION

• Ensures compliance regarding Safety, Food Safety, Quality, and Good Housekeeping Practices for all activities.
• Immediately report to supervisor any incident and unsafe condition.
• Assist with the movement of pallets or sacks.
• Maintains optimal resin levels in blenders.
• Ensures proper storage and handling of different resin types.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Provides solvent and checks the quality of the product.
• Responsible for plant sanitation and monitoring action plans to maintain current GMP’s. Standard Operating procedures and safety policies while performing all jobs duties.
• Monitoring Ecopak levels and changing with new bags package.
• Responsible for keeping Ecopak running without problems.
• Accurately records material usage in the inventory system.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Must have general knowledge of packaging equipment principles.
• Ability to visually check defects in the product, sense of tones, shapes, and temperatures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of relevant equipment policies and procedures.
• Must be knowledgeable of GMPs and HACCP.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and logs.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

• Preferred experience in manufacturing, preferably in flexible plastic packaging.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to operate basic tools and measuring devices (tape measure, scale, etc.).
• Ability of repetitive reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, kneeling, carrying, going up and down ladders/steps.

• Ability to read, write, and speak in English to effectively communicate and interpret instructions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed primarily on the manufacturing floor, which may involve exposure to loud noises, machinery, high temperatures and chemicals.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
• Strict adherence to safety protocols and procedures is crucial due to potential hazards associated with machinery and chemicals.