Job Summary A growing manufacturing and packaging company specializing in innovative single-dose sachet packaging. We are seeking a dependable, hands-on Production Machine Operator to join our 1st shift production team. The Production Machine Operator is responsible for setting up and operating production and packaging equipment, monitoring machine performance, performing in-process quality inspections, handling materials, and maintaining clean, safe, and sanitary production areas.

Position:

Full time

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-3:00 PM Responsibilities 1. Machine Operation and Production Set up, operate, monitor, and shut down filling, packaging, sealing, and other production equipment according to established procedures and production specifications. Follow work orders, production schedules, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions. Load packaging materials and ensure proper material flow throughout the production process. Monitor machine performance, production output, and operating conditions to identify irregularities and prevent unnecessary downtime. Perform basic operating adjustments, machine changeovers, and routine troubleshooting within the scope of training and authorization. Splice packaging film onto the machine after receiving appropriate training. Adjust thermal ribbon printers when trained and authorized, and verify that printed information is legible and meets specifications. Recognize operating problems, communicate issues promptly, and escalate problems requiring additional technical support. Meet established production, quality, and safety requirements. Quality Control and Material Traceability Perform routine in-process inspections and quality checks throughout production. Verify product appearance, fill consistency, package integrity, seal quality, date codes, printed information, dimensions, and other applicable specifications. Identify, segregate, and report defective or nonconforming products in accordance with established procedures. Ensure raw materials, ingredients, packaging materials, and work-in-process products are properly identified, tagged, and traceable. Follow product identification, lot control, and material traceability procedures. Immediately report quality concerns, deviations, or material discrepancies to the Production Manager or designated supervisor. Follow applicable Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements. Cleaning and Sanitation Clean and sanitize equipment, production utensils, containers, and other designated items using approved chemicals and established procedures. Clean equipment before and after production, between products, or at other required intervals, as applicable. Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary production and work areas throughout the shift. Properly handle and store cleaning chemicals and supplies according to applicable safety procedures. Maintain tools and equipment in an orderly condition and promptly report maintenance or sanitation concerns. Material Handling and General Production Support Safely load, unload, move, stage, and store raw materials, packaging materials, work-in-process, and finished products. Assist with production material preparation, staging, and inventory identification as needed. Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment only when trained and authorized. Maintain organized production and material storage areas. Assist with other production, warehouse, equipment-cleaning, and maintenance-support activities as assigned by the Production Manager. Safety and Teamwork Follow all safety policies, procedures, and applicable OSHA requirements. Properly wear and maintain required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hair restraints and other protective equipment as applicable. Follow established procedures for working around machinery and report unsafe conditions immediately. Participate in required safety, quality, sanitation, and production training. Production Machine Operator - Position Description OCT26 Communicate clearly and respectfully with coworkers and the Production Manager regarding production status, quality concerns, and equipment problems. Demonstrate culture through accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and a commitment to doing the job correctly. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Production Manager Experience Previous hands-on experience operating powered production machinery is required. General warehouse experience or working on an assembly line without direct machine-operation experience does not satisfy this requirement. Experience using machine controls, control panels, or human-machine interfaces (HMIs). Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and consistently perform routine operating and quality checks. Ability to recognize abnormal machine operation and communicate problems promptly. Strong attention to detail, particularly regarding product quality, material identification, cleanliness, and safety. Dependable attendance and punctuality, with the ability to consistently report for a 6:00 a.m. start, Monday through Friday. Willingness to learn procedures, accept feedback, and ask questions when clarification is needed. Willingness to perform both machine-operation and cleaning and sanitation duties. Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a manufacturing environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience operating filling, packaging, sealing, or printing equipment. Experience handling packaging film, performing film splices, or operating thermal ribbon printers. Experience with machine setup, changeovers, or basic troubleshooting. Mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools or power tools. Warehouse, inventory handling, or forklift experience. Experience working in a GMP, food manufacturing, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, or other regulated manufacturing environment. Experience with routine equipment maintenance or preventive maintenance activities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Stand and walk for extended periods during the work shift. Frequently bend, reach, twist, kneel, and use hands to handle materials and operate equipment. Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment as required by the position, subject to applicable safety limits. Perform repetitive physical tasks associated with production and packaging operations. Work around manufacturing machinery and equipment, with normal variations in noise and temperature. Wear required PPE, including hair restraints, safety footwear, gloves, eye protection, and other protective equipment as applicable. Follow all applicable safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene requirements.

Pay:

$22.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance

Work Location:

In person