Utility Machine Operator, 1st Shift

Utility Machine Operator

Phillips Distilling Company is currently inviting candidates to apply for a full-time Utility Machine Operator opportunity. The selected candidate will enjoy a 4-day work week, competitive compensation, annual bonus potential, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off and paid holidays.

Join the Phillips' team today and enjoy being in good spirits every day!

Work Schedule:

Tuesday - Friday, 5:45 AM to 4:00 PM

Starting Pay Range: $22.00 - $25.50 per hour

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the assigned Line Lead, this role assumes responsibilities across multiple positions, (Production Level I, Level II, Labeler Operator, Line Lead, EOL, and Special Projects) and performs a range of manual, technical, and machine-oriented tasks that maintain proper functioning of the production line and contribute to meeting the Company's mission of developing and marketing high-quality brands and running best-in-class operations.

Depending on Production department business needs, Utility Operators may be required to do several different tasks within a shift, such as fill in for employees that are absent, provide extra help to complete the daily schedules, and help train other employees.

Qualification Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions:

• Performs various tasks to support the production lines, including: supplying the line, monitoring product, adjusting equipment and machines, dumping, stacking, hand packing, and quality control.
• Sets-up and operates case packers, labelers, camera systems, case erectors, and palletizers.
• Verifies product schedule and communicates critical information to incoming shifts and other appropriate personnel.
• Leads shift set-up, which includes ensuring proper functioning of power, air, and all production line equipment. Makes sure all shift paperwork and supplies are stocked and located correctly.
• Leads running employees through break schedules.
• Performs line change CIP washout and cleans labeler parts and cap changes when the line moves to a new product.
• Assists in the Rework Area, Special Projects, Tank Room, and EOL as needed.
• Performs Line Lead's job responsibilities when needed, which includes working closely with team members to ensure all equipment operates efficiently and in accordance with production schedule in a manner not to sacrifice quality or safety.
• Provides work direction and training to team members as assigned.
• Screens full cases at predetermined time intervals to check for defects and completes corresponding quality check paperwork to ensure quality standards are met.
• Repackages, recodes, and performs other custom casework as needed based upon orders received from the Line Lead.
• Sweeps and mops the floor in the work area, removes trash from area, and places/crushes the trash and cardboard in the compactor.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Maintains a clean production area and stocks cleaning supplies properly.
• Actively participates in Lean Manufacturing teams to improve business processes.
• Transfers skills efficiently when working in various Production areas
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor.
• Documents production line down time on Thin Clients.
• Generates I-Service requests.
• Leads Lean Manufacturing teams.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have good computer skills in Oracle, ACE, COLOS, Label View, Microsoft Excel, and Email.
• Ability to read and write English and perform basic math.
• Must have good communication skills, the ability to lead and work well with others, and the ability to be flexible and multitask to meet production goals.
• Must have basic mechanical aptitude.
• Must have the ability to work with a different group of people on a regular basis to accomplish daily workload.
• Ability to use deductive reasoning in troubleshooting to solve work-related problems and require a minimal amount of supervision.
• Must be able to lead a team by providing work direction in the Line Lead, Labeler Operator, and Special Projects roles.
• Must have persistence in completing tasks under time constraints.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and have proper manual dexterity.

Commitment to Safety and Continuous Improvement:

• Must be able to work in a safe and courteous manner while abiding by the Company's safety policies and procedure and assisting with eliminating and/or controlling safety hazards.
• Must have the ability to work and participate in an environment that expects all employees to support wellness, safety, quality, and environmental responsibility.
• Must have the ability to participate in and support Continuous Improvement; including process improvement and Lean Manufacturing activities.

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