Operator 1

Job Title: Operator 1
Location: Sarasota, FL

Shift: 3 rd Shift: 10pm-6:30am
Job Descriptions:

The Operator I is responsible for the consistent operation of various machines and/or operation of support equipment related to the production process. Other duties are outlined based on specific department requirements.
This job function directly ? indirectly ? affects product quality
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform machine operations and control.
• Follow machine start up and shutdown procedure.
• Follow applicable work instructions.
• Follow established company policies.
• Follow all established health and safety policies.
• Communicate with supervisors.
• Knowledge of GMP.
• Work station organization and cleanliness.
• Follow quality control inspection points.
• Machine and area cleaning.
• Trouble shooting.
• Reading work orders and bill of materials.
• Filing out necessary paperwork.
• Follow work instruction and product specification.
• Quality Inspection.
• Evaluate non-conformities in products, production equipment and test equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities for Chain & Spooling Department:

• Quality inspection and required first piece.
• Use Nikon profile protector.
• Visual inspection of product for quality standards.
• Weighing and recording chain produced.
• Maintaining chain traceability by using temporary traveler.
• Print labels for products and package productions as per work instructions.

Additional Responsibilities for Extrusion Department:

• Maintenance - fill out PM and cleaning checks sheets.
• Perform 1st piece inspection and continuous inspection.
• Perform Extrusion dies change over, cleaning and adjustment.
• Perform Extrusion trouble shooting, purging and cleaning.
• Setup and calibrate adapter less tip size base on required specification program in Zumbach.
• Material drying and mixing procedures.
• Quality inspection and scrap reporting.
• Perform measurement verification with caliper, comparator, scale and pin gauges.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Machine operation experience in a production environment required.
• Dependability and ability to adapt to change are essential.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations and weight conversions.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Must be familiar with basic measurement methods.
• Must be proficient with using small hand tools.
• Ability to cross train in other areas as assigned.
• Lean manufacturing experience preferred

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma/GED preferred
• Previous manufacturing experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to sit for at least 4 hours at a time.
• Have normal eye/hand motor coordination and the ability to grasp and hold small objects.
• Possess a normal extended reach.
• Consistently uses manual dexterity.
• Have the ability to determine color acuity.
• Must be able to travel via car or plane to designated areas.
• Must be able to transport, lift, and demonstrate materials, product and equipment weighing up to 30 lbs.