PRODUCTION OPERATOR - LEVEL 3

Job DetailsJob Location: Salt Lake City, UT 84104 Job Summary The Production Operator – Level 3 position is primarily responsible for machine operation and training.  In addition, Production Operator – Level 3 position performs audits on systems and procedures ensuring quality standards are being met and meet specifications.  The Production Operator - Level 3 must meet all standards of the Level 1 and Level 2 positions. Essential Job Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential functions/duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties/functions may be added or assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities N/A Operations Performs general production activities to ensure efficient production of high-quality products. Operates thermoforming, automation, and auxiliary equipment (i.e., case tapers, grinders, stackers). Inspects finished or in-process products against company standards and specifications for irregularities or reject. Ensures compliance with regards to line clearance, raw materials, in-process inspection, manufacturing, and housekeeping. Conducts basic preventative maintenance, cavity changes and other technical duties. Troubleshoots machine for quality issues. Maintains documentation and performs administrative tasks relevant to plant operations. Collaborates with shift supervision to understand and develop training needs, structure, and individual progress for assigned shift.   Ensures work area is maintained in order and is free of unused items, carts, machinery not in use to mitigate safety hazards and maintain good housekeeping practices. Operate various lift trucks used in production and in the warehouse. Must maintain regular and consistent attendance. Additional duties as assigned. Read micrometers and calipers, digital force gauge, protractors, pressure gauges, temperature thermocouples             Safety Comply with the EH&S Policy and applicable regulatory and company EH&S rules and requirements. Report to supervision conditions or practices that are either unsafe or that may adversely impact the environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards. Attend scheduled EH&S training program. Actively support the organization’s efforts to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plans. Recommend improved EH&S practices. Practices safe work habits and follows general safety procedures such as proper lifting and bending, ergonomics, proper use of equipment and use of personal protection equipment (PPE). Ensures lockout procedures are followed any time the equipment is being cleaned or maintained. Product Safety and Quality Follows Product Safety and Quality standards. Follows GMP’s in regard to food contact packaging as it pertains to the employee. Follows IPC product defense standards and complies with all SQF requirements. Qualifications Minimum Requirements (include education, experience, special skills, licenses and/or certifications required.) The list below represents the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. High school diploma or general equivalency degree (GED) or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum 3-month experience in a related field, quality inspection or manufacturing environment.  Strong Interpersonal skills, facilitation, and communication skill, both verbal and written Critical thinking skills, problem resolution, strong decision-making ability to self-perform, and make decisions regarding the sequence of set-ups, operations, and processes, including minor modification or pre-programmed computer routines within limits of recognized standard methods and procedures. Read micrometers and calipers, digital force gauge, protractors, pressure gauges, temperature thermocouples                           Physical Requirements   Work Environment   Mental Requirements   Balancing X Communication   Analytical X Bending X Verbal   Clerical X Carrying (35 pounds) X Written   Comprehension X Clear speech X Contacts   Crisis incidents X simple X works alone   Customer service   complex X works around others X Decision making X Climbing X works with others X Fatigue X Crawling X Exposure to dust / dirt X High pressure X Crouching X Exposure to fumes / odors X Judgment   Distant vision   Extreme cold   Long hours X Driving/Riding X Extreme heat (plant specific) X Math skills X Motorized Cart/Forklift X Fast pace   advance X Flexibility   Hazardous conditions X basic X upper body   Chemicals   Memorization X lower body   high structures   Organization X Hearing/Listening   high voltage   Perception X Kneeling X Indoors X Reading X Lifting (35 pounds) X Noise levels X simple X Near vision   low to moderate X complex X Normal vision X high X Repetition X Pushing/Pulling   Office conditions X Safety hazards X Reaching   Outdoors   Tight deadlines   Sitting X Personal Protection Equipment X Writing X Standing (8 hours minimum) X Restricted area X simple X Stooping X Shifts X complex   Typing (30 w.p.m.)   Smoke     X Walking   % Travel           Vibration         X Wet/Humid (plant specific)