Day-to-Day Role : Machine Operator I

Machine Operator I

Assist with set-up and operate high-speed process equipment. Operate different machines, and ensure the equipment is working efficiently and producing quality products.

• Follow and commit to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service requirements
• Follow practices and processes intended to provide safe products that comply with appropriate laws and regulations, meet the company quality standards
• Follow and commit to safety and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Assist with setting-up, starting, adjusting, diagnosing, troubleshooting and properly shutting down process equipment in accordance with published production schedules and product specifications.
• Assist with process machinery from raw materials through downstream finished goods
• Perform general preventative maintenance on equipment (i.e. fill lube lines, lube chain rails, grease guns, etc.) as required
• Maintain production logs and reports as required
• Promptly notify the Maintenance Department of any maintenance required
• Notify supervisor of significant deviations from normal operating conditions
• Perfom back-up Inspector Packer responsibilities during break and lunch periods
• Perform production process in SAP as required

Machine Operator I

Set-up and operate high-speed process equipment. Operate multiple machines, and ensure the equipment is working efficiently and producing quality products.

• Follow and commit to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service requirements
• Follow practices and processes intended to provide safe products that comply with appropriate laws and regulations, meet the company quality standards
• Follow and commit to safety and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Set up, start, adjust, test, calibrate, operate, diagnose, troubleshoot and properly shut down process equipment in accordance with published production schedules and product specifications.
• Set up and operate computer-controlled machines or robots to control one or more machine functions
• Operate and monitor process machinery from raw materials through downstream finished goods, ensuring quality and consistency
• Adjust equipment as needed to maximize up time, rates and yields
• Monitor equipment for mechanical problems by listening for unusual noises and visually checking gears, hoses, gauges, materials, etc.
• Troubleshoot and fix equipment and / or material problems
• Diagnose and change out defective parts
• Use advanced measuring equipment such as micrometers, scales, scanners
• Implement programs to standardize and minimize production changeovers and machine downtime
• Perform general preventative maintenance on equipment (i.e. fill lube lines, lube chain rails, grease guns, etc.)
• Maintain production logs and reports as required
• Promptly notify the Maintenance Department of any maintenance required
• Notify supervisor of significant deviations from normal operating conditions
• Perfom back-up Inspector Packer responsibilities during break and lunch periods
• Train other Machine Operators as required
• Perform production process in SAP as required

Core Skills and Qualifications :

The ideal candidate must possess all of the following :

• Math skills to include simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Familiar with and ability to convert decimals to fractions or vice versa
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Ability to observe, follow, understand, and evaluate processes demonstrated and other workplace procedures
• Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

In addition to the above, Machine Operator II candidates must possess :

• Previous plant production software experience

Preferred Skills and Qualifications :

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Technical school or apprenticeship experience
• Previous powered industrial truck experience
• SAP experience
• Paper converting, chemical / plastics processing and / or packaging industrial experience
• Experience operating manufacturing and process control equipment or equivalent technical school or apprentice experience

Overview : Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are.

From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red Solo cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for more than 50 years.

Dart is a family-owned, family-focused company of 13,000 employees united by a shared set of values. Headquartered in Mason, MI, Dart has 30 locations in four countries.

Benefits : Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC* / marijuana / cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

• THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Last updated : 2024-02-23