Process Operator

Position: Process Operator I

Join to apply for the Process Operator I role at PGP International

Job title:

Process Operator I

Reports to:

Shift Production Manager

Direct reports: N/A

Back up position:
Designated Process Operator I / Process Operator II

Department: 0400 - Extruded Production

Work location:

Evansville, Indiana

Job Classification:
Non-Exempt

Job Description date: 03/16/2023

Job Purpose and Summary

The Process Operator I is responsible for controlling and executing elements of the process including raw material and finished goods logistics; process addition and mixing of raw materials, and packaging process responsibility including monitoring of critical control points and ensuring finished goods packaging and pallets meet customer expectations.

The role holder will have significant levels of autonomy to make decisions and solve problems around the process. These will include setup, operation, routine preventative maintenance, and sanitation of equipment and areas of responsibility. Objectives include safely providing the highest quality product within specifications with the least amount of waste and ensuring that the plant is available to always meet the planned production levels while ensuring strict compliance to Health and Safety and housekeeping requirements.

Key

Accountabilities

• Promote a safe work environment at all times through adherence to PGPI's Health & Safety and Environmental policies and procedures, as well as relevant Indiana OSHA regulations to achieve ZERO workplace incidents and injuries.
• Work safely to ensure ZERO injuries or major incidents to themselves or others, complying with all safety policies and procedures including lock out tag out.
• Stop production where people and/or food safety are at risk and perform safety audits as required to ensure continuous improvement around safety and take action to correct any problems or discrepancies.
• Work under direction from the line Technician to meet success in Production.
• Provide the highest quality product within specifications with the least amount of waste.
• Execute detailed instructions and standards for raw material addition to process, and for finished goods packaging.
• Minimize changeover times to increase equipment utilization and other continuous improvement activities.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and ensure ZERO food safety or contamination incidents within area of responsibility.
• Conduct routine quality checks of in-process and final product samples to ensure quality specifications are met. Be attentive to product quality throughout the shift and communicate with the line Technician in a timely manner so that product quality is maintained.
• Lead in developing, writing, reviewing, and using Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for areas of responsibility or knowledge and complete all production paperwork and data recording in a timely manner with great attention to accuracy.

Internal and External Contacts

Internal:
All employees in Extrusion, Maintenance and Logistics department, HSE, Quality

External: N/A

Job Requirements

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent

Related

Experience:

Experience in a manufacturing Machine/Equipment Operator, (food or food related manufacturing preferred)

Competencies

• Basic math and rudimentary algebra
• Read basic blueprints and plans
• US measurement equipment
• Understanding of mechanical systems
• Ability to learn
• Analysis
• Attention to detail
• Decisiveness
• Energy
• Initiative
• Judgment (Problem Solution)
• Planning and Organizing (Work Management)
• Safety Awareness
• Teamwork
• Work standards
• Respect for co-workers and Management

Technical Skills

• Ability to use advanced hand tools

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

• Forklift and Aerial Lift (preferred)

Language(s)

• English – required Fluency
• Spanish – preferred Fluency

Other Qualifications

• HACCP, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

Work/Employment Conditions and Other Requirements

Work Environment:
This job operates in a manufacturing warehouse environment. The role routinely uses manufacturing equipment and is hot, cold, dusty and loud. Must wear personal protective equipment on the manufacturing floor.

Physical and Sensory Demands:
Must stand, walk, use hands to handle, reach overhead, grip, climb stairs, talk or hear, work from heights up to 40 feet. May lift or move products and supplies up to 55 pounds.

Position Type and Working

Schedule:

Regular Full Time (RFT) – schedule based on production demands.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Manufacturing and Production

Industry

Manufacturing

#J-18808-Ljbffr