Job Description
At Diamond, we take pride in our work, our departments, and our company as a whole. We share a passion for pets and the unique bond that pet owners have with their dogs and cats.
Work Environment: Graveyard Schedule 5pm - 5:25am, 12-hour shifts (Alternative Work Schedule)
Job Scope
The Machine Operator is responsible for proficiently operating a Palletizer or Bagger at optimal speed, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.
Work Environment: Primarily indoors near operating equipment with loud noises, such as forklift horns and loose particles. Employees are required to wear a bump cap, hearing protection, safety shoes/boots, and safety glasses at all times.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Operate the Palletizer or Bagger machine as directed and trained.
* Perform routine adjustments, changeovers, and configurations for pallets or bags.
* Operate printers, layouts, and computer settings.
* Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
* Configure product stacks.
* Maintain accurate and legible paperwork.
* Conduct machine changeovers.
* Ensure supplies are available for both bagger and palletizer, following FIFO rotation.
* Supply packaging materials as needed.
* Troubleshoot minor operational issues.
* Remove and store full pallets properly in the warehouse, ensuring they are damage-free.
* Repair damaged pallets or bags before the end of the shift.
* Communicate production status to the next shift.
* Coordinate with maintenance for major machine issues.
* Keep the workstation and surrounding area clean and safe.
* Work overtime is mandatory and requires full participation.
* Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety procedures.
* Report safety hazards immediately to the Shift Supervisor.
* Participate in safety programs.
* Work 12-hour shifts on weekends.
* Operate a sit-down forklift.
Must pass pre-employment background and drug screening.
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