JOB SUMMARY:

Under direction of the Production Supervisor and the Production Lead, the Operator 2/Material Handler is responsible for physical processing of finished goods, returns and inventory variances of saline flush syringes.  In addition, the Operator 2/Material Handler operates production equipment according to instructions to ensure proper operations, safety and product output.  This key role coordinates team activities to ensure that production machines operate safely, properly and efficiently.

CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Material Handler Responsibilities:

1.                           Certify as a forklift driver to unload raw material inbound shipments, re-palletize, and stage for use.

2.                           Operate ERP system to transact material movements and finished good receipts/putaways.

3.                           Perform inventory cycle counts on regular intervals. Research any inventory variances.

4.                           Replenish production areas with raw materials as needed.

5.                           Maintain clean/safe work area. Custodial duties as assigned to include emptying trash cans, sweeping, cleaning, collecting and baling cardboard, and taping boxes.

Operator Responsibilities:

1.                           Certified to operate multiple lines of equipment in accordance with company policy and procedure.

2.                           Perform setup/startup/shutdown of equipment, changeovers, code/liquid/applicator/packaging changes, sanitizing & cleaning equipment, facility cleaning, material handling including maintain operational certification. 

3.                           Prepare product for transfer and/or final processing. Inspect product output for quality and accuracy.

Routine inspections of finished goods and completion of applicable quality documents in accordance with established procedures and specifications.

4.            4             Read and understand procedures for individual pieces of equipment to run efficiently. 

Apply understanding of the mechanical characteristics of machines adequately to set up and operate the unit safely without damaging equipment.

Observe various machine failures and make corrections and/or get Maintenance involved as needed.

5.                           Perform machine clean-up, set-up, and minor machine maintenance such as cleaning debris from machine. Perform daily, weekly and monthly machine inspections. Document issues and reviews documentation of others on the line for accuracy. Has working knowledge of machines that they are certified on. Contacts Maintenance with concerns.

6.                           Understand the process and individual machine operating parameters adequately to produce quality products as required by established process specifications.

7.                           Respond to machinery breakdowns and/or material upsets and restore machine to working condition minimizing downtime. Work with Maintenance if required. 

8.                           Operate automated pick and place boxing lines, loading boxes on skids, shrink wrapping, and hauling the pallets to a finished goods area with a pallet jack.

9.                           Ensure accurate and timely completion of all paperwork and reports with required signoffs.

Complete required documentation in accordance with documentation standards

10.                        Complete regular cleaning of equipment and production areas as required.

11.                        Perform duties as backup to other positions.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education & Relevant Work Experience

High School Diploma or GED

At least 6 months experience running a production line in a manufacturing environment.

Additional

Must be able to read and understand charts, indicators, instructions on controls, operator checklists.          

Read, write, and understand the English language.

Ability to be certified on Forklift and warehouse equipment.

Basic math skills including fractional / decimal equations.

Must be able to stand for an entire shift. Must have the ability to lift, reach, squat, push, and pull.

Requires lifting of objects up to 50 lbs.

Must be able to operate a pallet jack.