Production Operator
full-time•Davenport
About this role
Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
To operate lining, molding auxiliary equipment assigned by rotation schedule or supervisor. To properly perform order and material changes and lining machine start-ups/shut-downs. To properly perform order changes and shut-downs on molding machines. This is a Safety Sensitive Position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Identifies issues, troubleshoot machines to produce quality parts, safely.
- Notify mold tech, shift lead or shift supervisor in the event of molding machine irregularities.
- Performs order changes: enters startup and shutdown into DelmiaWorks system.
- Enters all downtime reason codes into ERP for tracking.
- Verifies raw materials comply with work requirements.
- Samples and visually inspects production every 30 minutes, document quality inspections hourly, and places product on hold by entering process correction (PCR).
- Prepares for color changes; notifies mold tech, lead or supervisor when color change is needed.
- Informs supervisor/lead of substandard production quality.
- Checks material quality and calls for more materials if necessary.
- Checks that all machine sensors, cap-guides and adjustable conveyors are operating properly.
- Informs supervisor/lead of machine problems and fills out maintenance work requests (MRO).
- Informs supervisor/lead if machines are not capable of running at standard.
- Cleans machines and work areas of material, caps, oil, etc., clean filters, scheduled sanitation duties.
- Fills and empties color and virgin hoppers.
- Segregates, inspects and sorts scrap material.
- Relieves Production Operators, Mold Techs during breaks.
- Backup Production Operators and Mold Techs for other shifts; Covers for absences/vacations on other shifts on a volunteer basis.
- Follows all GMP guidelines.
- Adheres to all safety rules and procedures.
- Completes all necessary documentation for all assigned machines. Follow manufacturing Work Order (BOM).
- Reintroduces rejected parts after physical inspection, if parts are good.
- Any other duties as assigned by Supervision/Management.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Attends Green Area Meetings;
- Responsible for following all Food Safety related policies and procedures;
- Responsible for following all Safety Rules, policies, procedures and work instructions;
- Sorts through and visually inspects rejected cartons;
- Backup: Off Shift Production Operator, Mold Technician
- Finishes appropriate Track Pro / Paulson training for position
Requirements
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Minimum High School diploma or equivalent;
Good verbal and written English.
EXPERIENCE:
Mechanical aptitude required.
EQUIPMENT USED:
Allen wrenches, calipers, scales, manual pallet jack, welding gloves, & face shield. Other equipment, as assigned.
CONTACTS:
Mold Technicians, Production Operators, Mold Technician – Lead, Production Supervisor; Maintenance personnel, Warehouse personnel, Quality Assurance Manager; Production Manager, Office/Safety Manager.
BACKUP: Mold Tech / Production Operator
SUPERVISION:
Reports to Production Supervisor.
What you'll do
- The Production Operator is responsible for operating molding and lining machines, performing order changes, and ensuring quality production. They must troubleshoot issues, maintain safety standards, and document all necessary information.
About PHOENIX CLOSURES
Securing your product with a PHOENIX closure means the integrity of what you have worked hard to create will remain safe and protected. A PHOENIX closure represents over 135 years and six generations of packaging experience and innovation. 165+ patents and billions of packages later, PHOENIX stays ahead of the industry changes and challenges and continues to be future-focused.
Your closure is manufactured in one of five, modern and highly efficient manufacturing facilities in the USA. No matter what closure your product needs, PHOENIX can partner with you to bring your brand to the next level. If you can imagine it, we can create it.
PHOENIX aims to build a future that is secure. We strive to create a legacy that demonstrates our commitment to human and product safety, a passionate pursuit of excellence, responsible use of our resources and innovation that is focused on a sustainable future.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Production Operator do at PHOENIX CLOSURES?
As a Production Operator at PHOENIX CLOSURES, you will: the Production Operator is responsible for operating molding and lining machines, performing order changes, and ensuring quality production. They must troubleshoot issues, maintain safety standards, and document all necessary information..
Is the Production Operator position at PHOENIX CLOSURES remote?
The Production Operator position at PHOENIX CLOSURES is based in Davenport, Iowa, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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