Machine Technician – Blow

Machine Technician – Blow

Requirements

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Some post-secondary education preferred (i.e. Technical or Vocational education).
• Previous hand/eye coordination to operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains standard production objectives through proper machine operation and accurately records production.
• Knows and practices safe and proper start-up and shut-down procedures for each machine.
• Performs minor adjustments to machinery involving hand movements and simple hand tools to ensure smooth, continued machine operation.
• Follows and adheres to all Food Safety requirements within the plant.
• Has authority to stop machines/production to communicate machine problems and breakdowns to Supervisor or Maintenance Mechanic.
• Inspects product for quality defects.
• Has authority to stop production due to quality issues.
• Maintains housekeeping of all assigned areas.
• Actively participates in Quality training and Good Manufacturing Practice meetings to assist in continuous improvement of plant operations.
• Follows all established safety rules and guidelines as outlined in the Employee Handbook and as trained during the various safety-related training programs.
• Understands and communicates all hazards and safety issues to co-workers and managers/supervisors.
• Properly uses all personal protective equipment.
• Performs other related duties as directed by the Shift Supervisor/Production Manager.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some post-secondary education preferred (i.e. Technical or Vocational education).