Job Overview
Under the general supervision of the Area Leader, Production Supervisor and/or Plant Manager; theMachine Operatorwill be responsible for ensuring the equipment is operated correctly by utilizing monitors and gauges on the equipment. He/she will organize and lead the process and team on the line to ensure good quality product is produced at all times.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure Health & Safety, Safe Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices are followed.
- Ensure safety guards are in place and keep all safety guards in place on machines while in operation.
- Follow all safety guidelines required by the machine's manufacturer.
- Perform maintenance checks as required to keep the machine in good working order.
- Respond to any defects or issues with the machine (i.e. lights, alarms, visual indicators) and notifies the supervisor and maintenance of needed repairs.
- Remove scrap from the machine and maintain housekeeping in and around your working area.
- During production make machine adjustments if needed.
- Communicate with area/line leader concerning the operation of machine.
- Perform first case checks when beginning each product run.
- Perform process check to ensure quality and safety of production as per QA SOP/WI.
- Resolve issues on the line in a timely manner as needed to ensure line efficiency.
- Follow recipes and product standards (quantities, weight etc...)
- Load film or other packaging materials onto the machine. Ensure product and packaging match.
- Perform changeovers to accommodate different sizes of packaging materials or product change.
- Change totes and bins as necessary.
- Regularly monitor that the product conforms to quality specifications.
- Use Statistical Process Control (SPC) weight control system to check weights are deposited as per specification.
- Complete all required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
- Set up and prepare equipment and ensure the machines are properly shut down after production
- Job duties are not limited to the above and other duties may be assigned.
Working Conditions:
- Fast paced environment in an automated, high-speed manufacturing facility
- Temperature controlled and clean working environment
- Must be able to lift up to 25-50 lbs
Recipe for Success:
- Completion of high school education or equivalent
- Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and works well with others and independently
- Responsible and result oriented
- Strong sense of tight timelines
- 1 year Machine Operator experience in a manufacturing environment
- Must be able to read and write in English and fill out relevant work documents.
- Strong skills to work both independently and in a team
What We Offer:
- Competitive Group Benefits including Health Care, Dental & Vision
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Safety Shoe Allowance
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Precision Machine Operator - Fast-Paced Food Manufacturing in Brampton employer: Giveandgo
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