Machine Operator at MSI Express Inc in Portage, Indiana

Job Description:

Position Summary:
The Machine Operator is responsible for execution of a variety of maintenance, development and operations tasks that promote efficiency of MSI Express Inc production lines. Duties and responsibilities include: Line operations. Line troubleshooting, Quality inspections and some light maintenance. Line changeovers, including some sanitation. Line ERP data entry.
Primary Duties / Responsibilities:
The Machine Operator must understand all quality specifications associated with the ingredients, product, packaging, and machinery, and must operate all machinery and equipment in compliance with those standards.Ability to work with packaging machinery in a food environment.
The Machine Operator is responsible for the operation of the machinery or equipment at centerlines and speeds sufficient to accomplish the production efficiency goals set by supervision. Work with Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager, and Production Manager to improve equipment reliability.Understand Production targets for each project.Work with all departments to improve output and reduce cost.Develop and Implement ideas to generate operational and maintenance improvements.
The Machine Operator is expected to recognize when the equipment is malfunctioning or operating at substandard speeds, and to troubleshoot and make adjustments that return the equipment to expected productivity levels.Able to troubleshoot basic machine controls.
The Machine Operator is responsible for ensuring that all ingredients, bulk, and packaging materials required for production match the specified part numbers, per the Finished Goods binder specifications.Scan raw and packaging materials into ERP system and account for scrap/waste via data entry.
The Machine Operator is required to assist in the cleanup and/or the setup of the line by stocking, reworking, troubleshooting and any other duties that are required to keep the line functioning at the desired productivity levels. Participation in changeovers and sanitation including but not limited to removal and assembly of machine parts on packaging line equipment.
Follow all company policies including but not limited to Safety Behaviors and Good Manufacturing Practices.Ensure workplace is clean, organized, and safeEnsure machine tools and equipment are safe and properly operated.Generate improvement ideas for machine safety.Support operations and quality employee training to teach plant associates how to interface effectively with machinery.Understand SOPs and provide improvement ideas and upgrades.
The Machine Operator has responsibility for Food Safety and Quality Adherence within their influence, including the responsibility for reporting Food Safety and Quality problems, in a timely manner, to MSI Express personnel who have the authority to initiate action on those problems.The Machine Operator has responsibility for performing Quality checks, and entering data into quality management system. The Machine Operator has responsibility to perform any other duties as assigned by MSI Express leadership.
Qualifications / Skills / Working Conditions:
May be required to provide basic tools to perform basic repairs and maintenance.Must be able to work overtime as needed -EssentialAbility to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb and/or sit frequently or through the duration of the shift-EssentialHave appropriate eye, hand and foot coordination to properly execute positionAbility to lift up to 20 pounds-EssentialAbility to identify different written forms, box labels and bottle codes-EssentialAbility to operate computer equipment for the line operation-EssentialMay be exposed to hazardous materialsNoise levels that may require the use of hearing protectionMust wear personal protective equipment as required within the facility in designated areasTemperature and humidity swingsFrequent presence of moisture during the cleaning process of production areaSmells/Odors associated with the product and equipment maintenance, including chemicals used during cleaning process, as well as non-toxic glueDust associated with corrugate boxesDust and wood fiber associated with wooden palletsAllergens related to any food products which may be in productionMust comply with OSHA regulations and/or MSDS standards