Job Description

Job Title:

Machine Operator

Reports To:

Production Manager/Supervisor

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Summary:

Responsible for the proper setup of the machine/filler for each production run. Adjusts equipment during production according to processes, fill records, and procedures. Places required material in and on the can in accordance with proper fill records. Operates filling lines efficiently and maintains a clean and safe work environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Reads the fill formula prior to starting each run and ensures each setup/startup is accurate.
  

• Sets weights on all cylinders within 15 minutes, maintaining a 3-gram tolerance without assistance.
  

• Reads and utilizes an electronic scale to monitor weights.
  

• Monitors the weight and equipment during the production run, including all machines in the designated area (e.g., vacuum checkers, crimpers, torquer).
  

• Adjusts the equipment in accordance with the fill formula.
  

• Monitors the liquid fill weights and checks cans from the fill heads throughout the production run.
  

• Clears the line at the end of each run.
  

• Checks the part number of each box of needed raw materials for accuracy.
  

• Starts the shift prior to production, if required, to get cans to the check weighing station at the start of the shift.
  

• Removes and cleans dirty cans and corrects problems causing deficiencies.
  

• Maintains clean filling and pressurizing equipment.
  

• Wears all required safety equipment in designated areas.
  

• Must be able to maintain run rates effectively.
  

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge:

• Basic understanding of machinery operations.
  

• Mathematical aptitude.
  

• Ability to place caps/valves at a rate to maintain production routes.
  

• Ability to read scales and formula sheets.
  

• Capable of cleaning lines and equipment, including gassing capsules.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
  

• Prior manufacturing machine operation experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Licenses and Certifications:

None

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell.
  

• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
  

• Must be able to work overtime as needed.

Work Environment:

• Observes and follows safety regulations and demonstrates the ability to perform job functions safely at all times.
  

• Job may include requirements for overtime work.
  

• Must wear safety equipment in designated areas.
  

• Must be able to tolerate levels of solvents below OSHA permissible levels. (Individuals with asthmatic conditions may have difficulty in this environment).
  

• Must walk up and over staircases.
  

• Manufacturing facility environment.
  

• Environment may be extremely hot or cold depending on weather conditions.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.
Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
All activities, demands, conditions, and requirements are linked to essential job functions.

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