12hr Production Technician 5 - First Quality Enterprises : Job Details

Purpose and role of job:Responsible for operating packing equipment in a safe, competent, and efficient manner. Inspect, label, and package products into the designated carton in preparation for shipment. Support production line by bringing raw materials to the production floor, maintaining good housekeeping in the facility, and relieving other team members during scheduled break periodsPrincipal Accountabilities/ Responsibilities:

• Observes all safety rules and always uses the proper safety equipment.
• Follows necessary GMP, FDA, and ISO regulations/guidelines.
• Sequentially start-up and operate designated packaging equipment utilizing proper procedures, competently and productively.
• Performs quality checks on the finished product according to QA guidelines for each product. Maintain quality standards for the product being produced.
• Recognizes when a quality problem exists; then immediately notify the Technician II and/or Line Leader of said problem.
• Ensures proper raw materials are in place.
• Accurately account product lot codes used for reporting utilizing Radio Frequency Units (RFU) regarding inventory control.
• Utilizes windows-based software to accurately maintain specific product history and information.
• Keeps the machines and surrounding areas clean and orderly.
• Assists other team members when required.
• Completes all necessary paperwork properly.
• Performs other duties as necessary when directed to do so.

Education and experience requirements:

• Completion of all required training and assessments.
• Ability to effectively operate a minimum of two or more machine technologies.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate orally and written.
• Ability to work in a team orientated environment.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior computer experience preferred.

Work Environment:

• Work in an environment with the potential for exposure to dust during certain tasks.

PhysicalRequirements:

• Walk / stand 100% of time during a 12-hour shift.
• Constant bending and climbing throughout shift.
• Frequent climbing and reaching into machines to fix jams.
• Occasional reaching overhead during shift.
• Frequent kneeling while on shift.
• Constant pushing and pulling with arms and legs throughout shift, including materials requiring up to 100 pounds of force to maneuver.
• Constant lifting or carrying of boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Constant use of hands and occasional use of foot control.
• Constant light and firm grasping with hands throughout shift.
• Operation of forklifts, hand trucks, roll manipulators, baler, and compactor.
• Daily sweeping and organizing floor and work area.
• Required participation in a daily pre-shift warm-up routine.

Disclaimer:The above information on this job description has been described to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents. Other duties and responsibilities not specifically described may be assigned from time to time, consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities of the incumbent.***The most qualified applicants will be selected for the positions***First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.