Machine Operator

Company: Southern Champion Tray
Location: Fairfield
Posted on: June 6, 2021

Job Description:

Job Description All jobs at Southern Champion Tray (SCT) require Team members to act in accordance with the shared Core Values and Operating principles of the company as they perform specific job functions. These include:

Trustworthy We strive for our actions to match our words in all our relationships.
Servant Hearted We enable and empower our team to serve the needs of customers, Team members, suppliers and the community.
Relational We aim to build healthy relationships while fostering and environment that promotes compassion, balance, and personal and professional growth.
Resourceful We value strategic insourcing, first looking to create solutions internally, and then looking to apply that knowledge to future opportunities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: Set up and operate machine(s) to insure that quality products are safely achieved at a consistent rate of speed in accordance with machine standards.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Operate machine(s) in a consistent manner as instructed, maintains standard operating procedures Able to make machine adjustments in order to maintain machine at safety, quality, and production standards Set up machine to precise measurements and alignments within allotted time for next production run to maintain the highest quality and efficiencies Uses computer system to log productivity and remarks on job, accurately completes production report and records production data, reports start and stop times for all personnel working on machine, reports accurate counts of finished goods produced and raw material used Maintain product flow to accomplish maximum capacity and efficiency Start equipment and adjust machine as required to attain target speeds Verify that the raw materials are correct matching to the job ticket description Be responsible for the quality of the product manufactured, report all issues with equipment, dies, or raw material to supervisor or maintenance department Check for scrap and quality defects; continuously check for quality defects of finished product Observe packers to be sure that the proper count is going into the case, verify the finished goods are correctly identified Operate the machine in a safe manner and to notify supervision of any unsafe conditions that might exist Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and assists in repair of machine malfunctions; performs routine cleaning, and maintenance Assist the AIB Coordinator and Committee in ensuring that product meets or exceeds AIB standards for their areas(s) of responsibility Inspect raw materials and finished goods to make sure they meet quality, safety and AIB standards Maintain machines and equipment within GMP and AIB standards Maintain a clean work environment including the machine, floors, desks, and fans in accordance with our 5S system AUTHORITY: Must have the ability to lead a crew that has been placed with them to execute the demands of the operation efficiently and to respond to oral instructions from the supervisor and written instructions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: One year certificate from a college or technical school, or three to six months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education or experience. Must have basic computer skills and possess ability to utilize software. Must have mechanical ability and skills.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must have the ability to read and understand documents, letters, etc. and write legibly in English. Must be able to understand and speak clearly, communicate, and understand directions in English as needed. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, vendors, and other Team members of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide both fractions and decimals, solve equations, read a tape measure, and have an understanding of both standard and metric measuring systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, regularly required to walk, stand, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with arms and hands. Frequently is required to climb, balance, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Frequently lifts/moves 25 pounds, occasionally lifts/moves up to 50 pounds. Must be able to perform these functions for a minimum of 8 hours straight (with a 30-minute meal break any other applicable breaks during the shift) on a regular basis. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team member successfully performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, but the essential functions cannot be eliminated or performed by others.

Regular attendance and reporting for work on time are necessary requirements as is availability for overtime work if necessary.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Exposure to a dusty atmosphere with loud noise, which will require both eye and ear protection. Frequently exposed to vibration and is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places. Moving mechanical parts will also be exposed; safety guards have been put in place for the safety of all Team members but during set up, the machine must be broken down and reassembled to complete the next job. Questions regarding such operation should be directed to your supervisor as they arise. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those a Team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, but the essential functions cannot be eliminated or performed by others. Company Description Southern Champion has a long history of steady growth. We offer competitive salary and benefits, and have never had a layoff. If you want to be challenged to excel, if you want to work for a company with strong values, if you want your work to mean something beyond the typical 9-to-5, then come work with us!

Keywords: Southern Champion Tray, Fairfield , Machine Operator, Other , Fairfield, Ohio