Operator - Packaging Machine II Acupac Packette Operator Direct

Machine Operator Level 2

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Qubec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.

Position: Machine Operator Level 2

Department: Operations - Packaging

Reporting to this position: No direct reports

Basic Function: To operate machinery in a safe and efficient manner while producing a quality product at the required packaging line performance.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for operating Tube Filling lines such as Nordenmatic, Unipac and Axomatic.
• Responsible for operating Simplex & Kalix production equipment in accordance with established SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures) and cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) guidelines.
• Ensure that all appropriate safety measures are in place and tested for proper operation. Operator has authority to stop line if safety violation is detected.
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitization of assigned filling lines.
• Responsible for troubleshooting and minimal change-over of such fillers.
• Responsible to oversee Assembly lines to monitor quality and quantity.
• Responsible to communicate to supervision when equipment set-up and change-over is needed.
• Responsible for the supply of production materials to the line to avoid interruption.
• Performs ongoing inspections of in process production to ensure machines are properly working to maximum efficiency.
• Assess, and identify any machine performance or safety issues and seek mechanical help for proper resolution through inspections, tests, and adjustments to meet standards of machine performance.
• Maintains all necessary production and quality paperwork to ensure proper documentation of the line activity.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work environment in and around the packaging line.
• Daily housekeeping maintenance of equipment to minimize possible contamination.
• Works with line mechanics to ensure minimal "line down time" for mechanical difficulties.
• Collect data regarding line speeds, write pallet tickets when required, and oversee line crew if necessary.
• Palletize line product when required.
• Ensure that all Quality specifications/and or Quality tests outlined are being followed. Operator has authority to stop line if Quality Issue arises.
• Attend departmental meetings and provide training as required to lower-level operators.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities:

• Basic mathematical skills required.
• Basic Microsoft Office computer knowledge.
• Must communicate effectively using Basic English communication and written skills.
• Ability to actively communicate with supervision regarding machine difficulties when required.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities, oversee the operation of multiple machines on assigned line.
• Able to perform complicated machine operation tasks with minimal supervision.
• Has basic working knowledge and understanding of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
• Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Physical Demands:

• While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and use hands to handle objects, reach with hands and arms; lift packages up to and exceeding 25 lbs.

Education / Training:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum 3 years' experience in the field or related area. Vocational training in mechanical machine operations is beneficial.

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.