Blow Mold Operator (First Shift, Full-Time) Norfolk, NE
JOB DESCRIPTION
Location : WIS-PAK of NORFOLK
Position : Blow Mold Operator - Production
Reports To : Production Supervisor
Date : 07 / 01 / 2024
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Production Supervisor and the Production Line Lead, the Blow Mold Operator operates automated high speed floor machines which blows finished bottles from preforms.
The Blow Mold Operator is responsible for performing preventative maintenance and trouble-shooting issues with the Blow Molder.
JOB DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS(Note : The job functions relate to the job, not the individual)
- Monitor the Blow Molder to ensure a continuous supply of bottles to the filler.
- Monitor the bottle quality through the required QC testing, making process changes to ensure the highest quality bottle is blown, complete and accurate documentation of all testing.
- Stage and change out preform gaylords on the preform feed system as needed.
- Complete machine changeovers as dictated by the production schedule.
- Monitor the Pressco Inspection System for quality trends that may require attention.
- Monitor the Utility Equipment for alarms or needed preventative maintenance.
- Complete all required paperwork at the end of each run while maintaining traceability paperwork for the preforms used.
- Work with the Bottle Line Lead Person or Bottle Line Filler Operator for accurate bottle cutoffs.
- Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on machines as needed.
- Follow all safety policies.
- Follow all Food Safety and GMP Policies.
- Follow all cleanup procedures on the machines and work areas.
- Follow the production schedule with accuracy.
- Notify the Production Supervisor of any quality or Food Safety concerns.
- Operate other pieces of equipment, primarily the depalitizer, when the production schedule doesn’t require the use of the blow molder.
JOB DUTIES / MARGINAL FUNCTIONS(Not fundamental job duties)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Requires ability to operate a computer terminal and machine HMI’s.
- Requires good mathematics skills and good verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Requires fine manipulation to operate computers, HMI touch screens, and QC lab testing equipment.
- Must be able to work under minimal supervision.
- Comply with all safety rules and regulations.
- Ability to perform preventative maintenance and repairs to the equipment.
- Follow all GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices)
- Follow all food safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
JOB DISCLAIMER
This list of job duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.
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