• Machine Operator- Plastics- 1st Shift

    Dairy Farmers of America (Frederick, MD)


    Job Description

    GENERAL PURPOSE

    Operate plastic blow molding machines to ensure production of containers is made in a safe, efficient, and high-quality manner according to established company policies and procedures.

    JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Monitor conveyor lines for damaged bottles

    • Operate bagger and debagger stations

    • Troubleshoot and implement minor repairs of blowmold equipment

    • Train others on blowmold operations

    • Maintain open communication with other departments, management, and employees to notify of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict efficiency

    • Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s

    • Analyze process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot

    • Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes

    • Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately

    • Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

    • Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

    • The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

    Requirements

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

    • High school diploma or equivalent preferred

    • Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred

    • Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

    • Able to effectively work in a team environment

    • Able to legibly write entries for record keeping

    • Able to use company computer systems

    • Able to work in a fast-paced environment

    • Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

    • Able to follow directions

    • Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

    • Must be able to read, write and speak English

     

    An Equal Opportunity Employer