Machine Operator

Night Shift 6pm-630am:

This position will report directly to the Supervisor and/or the Packaging Specialist and be responsible for setting up and overseeing the operation of the packaging machines to ensure proper quality and packaging of the finished product, maintaining all of the packaging equipment including housekeeping, assisting other PMO’s and Supervisors to run the department efficiently and effectively, completing sanitation duties, troubleshooting and basic maintenance tasks, and training.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Check gram weight on Ishida operation terminal

Ensure all bags are running correct weights

Ensure all bags are in registration, both in cutoff and side to side registration

Ensure all bags are code-dated properly with both price and date legible and in proper position on face of bag Change code dates in Video Jet printer system

Ensure bags are sealed properly on both the back seal and the end seal Adjust platen to make a good back seal

Add/remove air from bags Clear weigher faults

Perform a zero and span adjustment on weigher

Ensure bag appearance is acceptable

Change knife blades

Change bag speed in packaging machines and weighers

Keep machines clean daily

Clean machine inside and outside when not running

Clean machine platforms during shift and before shift change

Keep all formers off the floor

Keep all formers cleaned and properly covered when not in useKeep entire area under and around the machine clean and help sweep packing area

Keep all cellophane off the floor at all times

Keep all code-dating supplies cleaned and organized. Keep all code date supplies put away when not in use. Do not leave code date supplies sitting on the machines

Have machines set up and cleaned that are scheduled to be started on the following shifts

Empty machines of all products when shutting them down Before going to break, make sure there is enough cellophane on the machines to run while you are on break and another PMO has your machine covered

Weigh defected film, record defect and place film in defective area provided

Keep infeeds, dispersion table, scales, etc. free from buildup

Operate the Video-Jet printers in addition to the Inkjet printer

Change the Inkjet printer ribbon as needed

Perform changeovers in a timely manner with minimal film waste including ordering and returning materials and following/understanding line sheets

Perform a complete “Tear down” and “Setup” of the packing machine and scale system

Accurately weigh all cellophane not being used and place on cello shelf in the proper location

Pour on bulk before end of shift

Rework WIP created from metal detector testing

Perform preventative maintenance on all machines and packing equipment

Operate all fastbacks systems via the panel view

Must know how to start up and shut down all fastback systems and packing equipment

Ensure all allergens are cleaned prior to starting a non-allergen run Navigate through screens on packaging machines and weigher

Replace sponge tape on former

Replace pull belts

Assist QC during drop through metal detector checks by resetting packing machines

Reworking WIP created from metal detection testing

Perform jaw alignments

Proficient in the Weigh Pack operation, setup, changeover, cleaning, troubleshooting, and running the work cell Proficient in the Auto Tub line operation, setup, changeover, cleaning, troubleshooting, and running the work cell

Must be able to troubleshoot and repair equipment that is down. Make note of the repairs that are made and if the repair is recurring. Work with maintenance and Packaging Specialist as needed.

Maintain a clean and safe work environment

High School diploma or GEDAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Ability to write correspondence, ability to speak effectively to employees of the organization

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals and metric to SAE conversions; mm to inches, grams to ounces

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or scheduled form

Have a clear understanding of how to safely operate packaging machineryLOTO understanding

Understand the major components of the packaging machine; names with function of each component (diagram)
Understand the components of the weigher; names with function of each component (diagram)
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