Packaging Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

The 2nd Shift Packaging Machine Operator (PMO) is responsible for maintaining the quality and output quantity of the packaging machinery. This includes set-up, changeovers, shut-down, drain, and checks and maintain operating efficiency, basic adjustments, minor troubleshooting, retrieving and returning needed film and other supplies, perform scheduled Quality Assurance (QA) checks. Stage packaging machines two hours ahead with changeover parts, film for two hours into the next shift with parts and film. Bring all machine changeover parts out to machine 1 hour ahead.

Major Job Duties:
1) Assure that the packaging machines are running at set quantity and proper quality specifications.
2) Setup, complete changeovers, shut down and/or drain the packaging machines according to the production schedule.
3) Perform minor maintenance work to keep the packaging equipment running.
4) Report problems that cannot be repaired in 10 minutes to the supervisor immediately.
5) Keep machinery and staging areas supplied with film and change-over parts.
6) Assist other PMO’s as needed with changeovers, absentness, breaks, or any other assistance needed to maintain production needs.
7) Keep a log for each machine, recording all machine downtime.
8) Do all possible to minimize downtime and material waste.
9) Perform all quality checks and record data as required.
10) Maintain continuous monitoring of machinery.
11) Perform any other related duties as directed by supervisor.
12) Keeps work area neat and clean.
13) Retrieving needed supplies (film, etc.)

Essential job functions:
1) Ability to operate and maintain packaging machines with limited down time to company specifications.
2) Able to make minor repairs and/or adjustments quickly and safely.
3) Able to clearly explain problems or at least explain the symptoms to co-operators and/or maintenance personnel or supervisor(s).
4) Ability to function in a cooperative environment.
5) Maneuver around machinery 100% of the workday.
6) Climb ladders/stairs as needed throughout the day.
7) Lift heavy, even or uneven loads weighing up to 50 pounds.
8) Bend or squat up to 25% of the workday.
9) Work in awkward or tight work areas.
10) Maneuver cautiously on slippery floors surfaces.
11) Work on elevated platforms.
12) Work in hot, humid, cold, noisy, wet and odorous environment.
13) Use hands and arms outstretched from body or overhead.
14) Hear and communicate respectfully with others in noise, to insure quality and safety.
15) Successfully completes the safety training and adheres to the requirements including Lock out/Tag out.
16) Work up to 40 hours per week or more if needed.
17) Must have dependable attendance.
18) Must be willing and able to work as a team.
19) Work safely with and trouble-shoot moving machinery.
20) Maintain authorization to operate lift trucks and scissor lift

The above job description is not inclusive of all job duties. It has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.