What are the responsibilities and job description for the operator I position at Westrock Coffee?
We are currently seeking a Operator I for our Core department. The successful candidate will be responsible for converting roasted coffee into finished, packaged products in accordance with defined quality, productivity, safety, and cost standards
Job Duties:
- Identifies production priority and needs based upon the Daily Production Schedule supplied.
- Ensures that coffee has had adequate time to gas-off.
- Allocates materials to order via Net Suite
- Utilizes computer to open appropriate coffee bin.
- Utilizes data entry console to enter in item information in order to print out correct item labels.
- Programs packaging machine for item to be run, using touch-sensitive computer, based on information listed on the manufacturing specification sheet.
- Adjusts packaging equipment to handle appropriate case size.
- Adjusts amount of coffee per package without stopping production, in order to remain within specified ranges.
- Manages the packaging process by closing boxes, labeling them and sending them through a tape machine.
- Performs numerous visual, weight, and seal inspections of individual packages during operation.
- Identifies and segregates nonconforming goods for proper disposition.
- Moves boxes from the conveyor belt onto pallets, stacking them appropriately.
- Completes tickets for every pallet, including information such as the item number, date and case count.
- Records amount of downtime incurred during shift with explanation.
- Completes maintenance work request forms if a mechanic is required to service a machine.
- Maintains a clean and orderly work area, using an air hose to remove dust from the packaging line throughout the day as needed.
- Clean, Inspect and Lubricate equipment and other Autonomous Maintenance tasks
- Participates in Autonomous Maintenance Pillar meeting to reduce downtime and improve performance
- Other related duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- High School or GED.
- Experience with operating equipment in a manufacturing environment.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Good math skills.
- Ability to work without constant supervision.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. repetitively.
- Must be available to work OT and weekends as needed
Equal Opportunity Employer / Vets / Disabled