What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator - (Bells - TN) position at The Pictsweet Company?
Overview
The Pictsweet Company is growing! We are currently looking for a machine operator to join our team!
Benefits:
- Benefits begin on first day of employment for Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA
- 100% Company paid benefits includes Group Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401k with Employer Match
- Vacation Days, Sick Leave, & Paid Holidays
Responsibilities
Duties are not inclusive and are subject to change at management’s discretion.
- Responsible for the operation and mechanical maintenance of assigned packaging line(s).
- Works cooperatively with supervisors, maintenance, and line workers to meet productivity standards.
- Sets up line for production runs.
- Capable of running multiple lines.
- Continually monitors packaging equipment, product, packaging and personnel for the production run.
- Maintains safety, quality and production standards for each production run.
- Perform minor mechanical duties including minor repair of all line equipment.
- Maintain and operate ink jet coders as well as case printers.
- Performs preventative maintenance on line equipment as scheduled.
- Communicates progress of line to supervision.
- Responsible for correcting errors on line.
- Actively develop solutions to limit operational downtime.
- Consistently meet 100% efficiency standards and goals for film and over fill reduction for a sustained period.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Experience:
- The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience as a machine operator or related craft.
- One-year of experience in direct operation and maintenance of machinery similar to those used by Pictsweet is preferred.
- Will be capable of running two or more lines and/or performing general mechanical duties.
- Must be able to maintain and repair basic mechanical operations of line equipment.
- Knowledge of hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, weigh machines, metal detectors, VFFS baggers, and material handling systems.
- Should possess an advanced understanding of packaging systems, applicable to Pictsweet packaging equipment.
Cognitive & Psychological:
- Must be able to understand basic mathematical computation.
- Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and written in English.
- Must be able to excel in a cooperative team environment.
Other:
- Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Must be able to stand, lift, bend, and walk for an extended period.
- Must be able to work in cold environment (30-40 degrees), non-climate controlled area, and outdoor weather conditions.
- Must be willing to work extended hours as needed (including weekends and holidays).
The Pictsweet Company is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/V/H
