What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Extrusion Machine Operator | Various 12-Hour Shifts position at Genpak LLC?
Ability to operate on any of the Extruders and repel lines generally unassisted. Able to communicate quality issues, complete required documentation, e.i. profile and daily material reports. Report machine malfunctions and ensure good quality sheet. Performs work under Shift Supervisor with final approval by the Extrusion Manager/ Assistant Production Manager. Be committed to SQF, GMP and Food Safety.
Qualifications:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Must be able to run all machines in the department.
- Assist in scheduling department overtime.
- Assist in relieving breaks for operators.
- Input 2-hour production totals in Excel spreadsheet.
- Oversee grinding room to ensure that it is clean, and rolls are ground.
- Assist with cutter report.
- Ensure pelletizers are running at all times.
- Monitor silo pads and vacuum pad for cleanliness.
- Ensure that all hoses are connected to the correct silos during changeovers.
- Monitor all operators check lists.
- Other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor.
- Comply with all Company policies and procedures, including all Safety Regulations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / REQUIRMENTS:
1.Stationary standing: 100% of the shift.
2.Walking: 60% of the shift.
3.Touching/Handling Product: 100% of the shift.
4.Sitting: 5% of the shift.
5.Useing Controls/Tools: 10% of the shift.
6.Reaching-(Hand & Arm): 75% of the shift.
7.Shifting/Twisting/Rotating core: 100% of the shift.
8.Climb or Balances: 5% of the shift.
9.Stoop, Kneel, Crouch or Crawl: 10% of the shift.
10.Talk or hear: 100% of the shift.
11.Smell: 5% of the shift.
12.Ability to lift 25 pounds/Max.
13.Ability to move foam rolls: 450 pounds.
14.Employees may wear corrective lenses (with protective safety over glasses) PPE or use our Safety Prescription Program (Ask your HR Representative).
15.Must have close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
SAFETY:
The Extrusion Operator will be responsible for individual compliance with all safety rules, regulations, and policy procedures. Employee’s responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Compliance with all facility rules and regulations.
2.Report any unsafe practices and/or conditions to their Supervisor.
3.Maintain floor safety discipline by interceding with fellow employees, who may engage in rule violations and/or unsafe, unhealthy activities.
4.Communicate to Management those employees who persist in violations of safety rules and/or procedures.
5.Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)/properly and reporting any defective PPE.
6.Report all near misses, accidents, injuries, including Muscular Skeletal symptoms or disorders.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Employees will be working in a Manufacturing and/or Warehouse environment in all types of weather.
Conditions may range from and include : hot, cold, humid, loud, working near airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and forklift traffic.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of one (1) year manufacturing experience; or any equivalent combination of acceptable training, education, and experience. Need to have good math, reading, and writing skills.
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