Lead Machine Operator - 2nd shift

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Machine Operator 2nd Shift

Leading pharmaceutical company is looking for an experienced Lead Machine Operator . The Lead Machine Operator requires some previous experience in a supervisory role.

This is a Furst-to-Hire position, working on the 2nd shift, but requires training on 1st shift initially. The Lead Machine Operator will run packaging equipment, monitor the on-line insert scanner / folder, and perform in-process quality checks.

In addition, the Lead Machine Operator will manage / direct production personnel working on and around the packaging line.

Hours : 1st shift for training 6 : 25am to 3pm

2nd shift 2 : 40pm to 11pm

Pay : $20 / hour

Lead Machine Operator Responsibilities :

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment to established 6S Standards
• Complete the set-up of all production-related equipment
• Perform pre-checks : bring components, labels and product into machine room
• Perform reconciliation at the end of runs
• Assist in sub-assembly of feeder box, making minor adjustments as needed
• Perform System checks on all equipment
• Responsible for monitoring specific operations during all production runs
• Direct the crew to keep the packaging process and clean-ups running efficiently
• Perform in-process quality checks of finished unit cartons
• Perform SAP duties with an RF Device and / or computer system including time scanning, material transfers, receiving items, returning product to stock
• Complete start / end clean-up, run time, set-up and cover for lunch when required
• Monitor scrap and salvage rates on all products to ensure and achieve minimum waste cost
• Communicate all problems with the packaging line (maintenance, downtime, etc.) or production personnel to the Team Leader and / or Production Supervisor
• Perform Operator duties and administrative tasks as required
• Complete all Batch Record documentation, Machine and Cleaning logs in accordance with all applicable current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), SOP(s), and / or WI
• Train and develop production personnel

Lead Machine Operator Requirements :

• Maintain a good working relationship and daily communication with all Quality Assurance, Maintenance Department and Production personnel, and a cooperative attitude toward other employees
• Possess knowledge in working with and leading others in a team environment
• Ability to operate semi-automatic and automatic packaging machines
• Knowledge of set-up and operation of Label-Aire Labeler, and on-line insert scanner / folders
• Ability to be flexible and assist when and where needed
• Computer skills required- SAP, MS Word / Excel, and Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems
• High School diploma (or equivalent) required
• Some college courses and 2 years of experience as an Operator, preferred; however, a combination of experience and / or education will be taken into consideration
• Ability to write routine reports and general business correspondence
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide

This is a demanding but rewarding opportunity for someone with leadership experience. Please apply here or contact Heidi at 815-229-7810.