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POSITION SUMMARY

The Production Machine Operator reports to the Production Supervisor and is based out of our Hendersonville, North Carolina location. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the downstream machines run smoothly, function within specification, and produce the products that have been scheduled for the shift while ensuring a quality product is produced and all safety requirements are followed.

The primary function of this position is to operate downstream equipment, such as the OCME packer, labeler, and palletizer.

The operator must always wear and/or use all prescribed safety equipment, procedures, and processes.

Responsibilities of the PMO

*DOUBLE VERIFICATION

 Ensure all paperwork is completed in D4A correctly and at the appropriate times.

 Competent to complete D4A correctly and at the appropriate times.

 Verify raw materials being used PRIOR and DURING production throughout the line.

- Film

- Overwrap

- Straws

- Trays

- Multipack Wrap

 Verify Code/Tags/Item # being ran PRIOR and DURING Production.

- Case Tag

- Tray Number

 Complete Case Packaging D4A forms.

 Verify the correct glue is being used during production.

 Troubleshoot problems alongside the Lead that may arise in a prompt manner and inform Supervisor as needed.

 Update Lead/Supervisor frequently throughout the shift.

 Complete Daily, Weekly, and Monthly cleanliness according to CIL Board and 5s in association to All Packaging Equipment areas (including Palletizer).

 Complete change of flavors or raw materials in accordance with SOP in a timely manner.

 Complete any Preventative Maintenance (PMs) that may need to be completed.

 Communicate with Lead to achieve sufficient results throughout the shift with any needs that may arise.

 Line Clearance of Previous Production to ensure no merging of Products.

 Stage Packaging Equipment Raw Materials in 5s location for Current and Scheduled Production.

 Verify performance along with Lead/Supervisor on D4A checks throughout Shift. 

DOUBLE VERIFICATION

 Prepare and Perform Shift Handoffs with previous and upcoming shift.

 Complete additional tasks that may be required by plant needs.

 Work closely with Palletizer Operator to ensure correct pallet type, correct tag, and correct staging materials.

 List of D4A Checks the Production Machine Operator is primarily responsible for:

- Case Packaging During Production

- Pallet Check

Education and Experience

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High School or equivalent
• 5 years of manufacturing experience, as a machine operator

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the food/beverage industry
• Must have excellent time management skills
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, in English
• Mechanically inclined
• Comfortable with technology and computers
• Must be detail-oriented and can multi-task
• Proven organizational skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

This position requires sufficient physical ability to work in a production setting.

FREQUENT: Ability to talk and hear; ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, stoop, bend and/or crouch; push/pull; lift up to 50 pounds; use of hands and fingers to operate machinery/equipment and all manual and electronic equipment in area of responsibility. Exposure to wet and humid conditions and fluctuations in ambient temperature (seasonal).

OCCASIONAL: Squatting, kneeling, ability to reach above and at shoulder height. Ability to wear a dust mask, and perform Confined Entry using LOTO program. Exposure to toxic and corrosive chemicals.

VISION: Ability to use close and distance vision, as well as color and peripheral vision with or without correction. Must be able to visually detect obstacles and potential dangers in a fast-paced production environment involving high speed equipment and powered industrial lift equipment.

HEARING: Ability to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Exposure to noise levels from pumps, machinery, forklift traffic, bottle lines and exhaust fans.

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of the responsibilities that are required to successfully perform in this position. Other duties as assigned are part of every job description. The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

Lassonde Pappas & Co., Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.