Production Operator

PRODUCTION OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up and monitor finished package weights to ensure that bags conform to specifications.
• Set up the packer scale weights prior to a run.
• Check the precision of the check scale prior to the start of the run.
• Continually check the finished package weights throughout the run.
• Ensure that finished product is bagged, sealed, and palletized in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion on structurally sound pallets.
• Pull samples of product, both prior to packaging, and throughout the run, and run analysis on samples on equipment located in mill control room.
• Perform Metal Detector checks on a scheduled basis set by the quality department and notify supervisor of any substandard conditions.
• Pull samples prior to the run (or at the startup of packaging) to help ensure conformity to specifications.
• Samples pulled during a run will normally be one sample per grade, once conformity is verified.
• For government contracts, one sample will be taken per pallet, for weight and lab testing.
• Keep bags available and ready to be used, including bags labeled for special customers.
• Attach labels to bags as necessary.
• Clean and sanitize all packing and loading areas (including hopper area above packers).
• Feed any product that did not meet specification back into the system to rework.
• Assist in the training of new and existing personnel in any packaging functions/positions.

PRODUCTION OPERATOR QUALIFICATIONS:

• On the job training is provided.
• Safety training is required and provided by Panhandle Milling in group settings, as well as individual computer-based training.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills, multitask, and able to read and write in English.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Available to work flexible hours, evenings, weekends, and shift work may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position requires physical efforts such as straining, pulling, lifting, working, and standing and walking on concrete floor.
• Exposure to elements such as noise, minable dust, cold and hot temperatures.
• Extreme climate or climate variation.
• Heat up to 100 degrees and lows of 40 degrees.
• Changes of >30 degrees within a shift.
• Exposure to manufacturing equipment hazards, especially forklifts.
• Climbing of ladders.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.