Downline Lead - Nights

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

 

This position is responsible for ensuring the packaging line runs efficiently by monitoring equipment, trouble shooting minor mechanical issues, cleaning, completing the appropriate documentation and stocking the equipment with packaging materials amongst multiple lines when necessary.   

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·  Monitor case packing equipment; Dimac, Palletizer, Stretch Wrapper, Adco, Conveyor systems, Code dating Equipment, Cardboard Baler, Print n Apply, and SAP to ensure it is functioning correctly
·  Weekend support of Receiving activities will be required
·  Ability to support Damaway infrastructure
·  Ability to cross-train in multiple areas of the operation
·  Stock equipment with cardboard wraps and 2pk & 3 pack sleeves
·  Troubleshoot and correct minor issues with the case packing equipment, including size changeovers / 2pk-6pk, palletizer, stretch wrapper, printer and other packaging equipment.
·  Document and report Operator Quality Inspections and take line samples per guidelines
·  CIP and ensure the work area is always clean and organized  
·  Provide break relief to operations personnel, which may include Filler Operators and line take-away drivers as needed, downline team.
·  Record downtime data using Informance downtime tracking system
·  Participate in root cause analysis and engage in corrective actions as directed by Supervisors/Lead.
·  Provide expert user advice and/or data as required to process observers, improvement teams and /or management for continuous improvement and process excellence initiatives
·  Perform new operator training when qualified to do so
·  Forklift Qualified, perform duties as assigned
·  Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE:

 

A High School Diploma or GED is required. Manufacturing experience and/or packaging experience is preferred

 

SKILLS AND ABILITITES:

 

·  Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
·  Knowledge of safety programs and procedures
·  Experience operating packaging equipment
·  Forklift certified
·  Available and willing to be contacted by phone in the event of an emergency and be able to work flexible schedules including weekends, late shifts, holidays and overtime

 

At Danone North America, you’ll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world like  Activia, Silk, Two Good, Oikos, evian, and Happy Family.  You’ll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps ™ in the world , working together to make sure our brands create real benefits for people, communities, and the planet. We have 6,000+ employees across the U.S. and Canada. Come join our movement for a healthier world:  One Planet. One Health BY YOU .

 

Danone North America doesn’t just welcome what makes you unique, we value it. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All hires to our team are based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We recruit, employ, train and promote regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, genetic characteristic or any other protected status. Faithful to our values of openness and humanism, all of our employees share in the commitment to engage one another with dignity and respect.  http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

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