MachineOperator-Downstream

# **Job Description** **Job Description** **Machine Operator I: Downstream Operator** **Salary Grade: Hourly** # _Basic Function:_ _Safely and effectively operate downstream equipment (including boxmakers, palletizers, robots and any other related machinery) in accordance with production requirements. The Operator will ensure efficient and effective operation of machinery in the area for a high quality finished product. Troubleshoot problems and clear jams to maintain operational efficiency and quality. Communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers to maintain production flow and respond to changes in production schedule._ **Essential Function and Responsibilities:** * Maintain a safe and clean work area in accordance with Company standards. * Follow all GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) as documented in the policy. * Follow all established safety rules and guidelines as outlined in the Employee Handbook, and as stated in the various safety-related training programs. Understand and communicate all hazards and safety issues to the appropriate personnel. Properly use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). * Operating walk reach truck safely and according to standard. – Add * Operate cartonized equipment, including but not limited to: * Load knockdown boxes and dividers into magazine of boxmaker. * Learn and operate robot, casepacking cells, casecreaser, and related equipment. * Count and record corrugated scrap. Work with team to reduce scrap and resolve HFI issues as necessary. * Use computer system program for production needs, including but not limited to printing production schedule, producing scrap tickets and finished good tickets. * Perform hourly quality checks on containers and cartons. Confirm and document cartons as they are brought to the line. * Work with appropriate resources to contain defects. Bottle inspections are to take place after packaging. Quarantine and escalate issues or defects as they arise. * Operate Seetech, including but