Machine Operator

Job Description:

Performs routine set up, operation, minor routine maintenance, preventative maintenance (PM) and troubleshooting of moderately complex/automated manufacturing equipment. Controls and adjusts machine settings. Inspects in-process parts to ensure consistent quality and removes defective products, packaging, and component material. Checks work using prescribed gauges, jigs, and fixtures to measure close tolerances.

Responsibilities:

• Works within standards and operating procedures to plan, perform, and make decisions regarding the set up and operations of a variety of production equipment, including automated machine processes and controls to perform routine assembly-line production functions of filling, packing, assembling, labeling, and inspecting.
• Independently run multiple lines including setting up and managing changeovers.
• Uses independent judgment in troubleshooting and problem solving under general supervision.
• May perform clean up functions in sterilized areas.
• Identifies the need for minor equipment repairs.
• May analyze and evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams, testing, and inspecting procedures.
• Assists with root-cause analysis activities for process or product exceptions.
• May monitor quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
• Ensures accurate documentation of all relevant quality, safety, and maintenance documents.
• Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves basic issues associated with the machine performance and/or product quality.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow established procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Must follow all Client housekeeping, safety policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work overtime as required to meet Client business requirements.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements:

• High school Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience in a regulated environment required.
• Can effectively work in a team setting and communicate effectively across the department.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to be punctual to ensure production.
• Ability to work on assignments that are semi-routine in nature with the skill to recognize any deviations from specification.
• Ability to operate independently within the constraints of approved process-related documentation.
• Must be proficient in English with the ability to read, write, analyze/evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams and perform basic arithmetic.
• Basic proficiency with PCs (Personal Computers) and basic use of a Windows environment is required.