Machine Operator 1

Job DetailsJob Location: CHICAGO, IL 60632Salary Range: $23.16 - $23.16 HourlyJob Shift: Swing 

JOB SUMMARY:       Responsible for the safe and efficient operation/change-over of various types of packaging equipment while supplying a quality product.  Also responsible to complete non-technical tasks related to packaging as needed- stacking, packing.

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:

Make minor adjustments to assigned packaging equipment with safety, quality, morale, costs and customer emphasis
Perform proper set-up of packaging equipment in an effective and timely manner- measured by length of change over and efficiency after start-up
Continuous attention to quality of product- constant inspection and adjustment and or escalation as needed
Complete necessary SPC transactions accurately and timely.
Continuous technical learning- advance training plan and technical aptitude as set by Packaging Manager
Demonstrate professional interpersonal skills to enable business objectives
When necessary, perform any line operations to maintain flow of production including knowing standard speed and run speed
Support visual controls program and other continuous improvement programs as necessary
Exercise strong communication skills with supervisors, operators and support/leadership.
Participate in Continuous Improvement programs such as suggestion program, kaizen teams, autonomous maintenance and other similar company initiatives

Follow all prescribed safety/housekeeping practices and procedures. While identifying and escalating safety hazards on machinery and in work area to management with urgency
Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

COMPETENCIES:

Analytical Thinking - Critically analyzes information and uses logic to address work-related issues and problems. Draws conclusions and formulates recommended action.
Communication Skills – Effectively and efficiently communicates information and ideas through written, verbal, or electronic mediums.
Detail Oriented - Thoroughly reviews details in completing work tasks.
Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable.
Integrity - Honest and ethical.
Interpersonal Skills/Team Player – Works as a competent member of the team, willing providing back-up support for co-workers when appropriate and actively supporting group goals.
Mechanical Aptitude - Knowledgeable about how to use machines and/or tools.
Problem Solving – Demonstrates the ability to foresee problems and prevents them by taking action.

QualificationsREQUIREMENTS:

Relevant experience as a machine operator- basic mechanical skills and aptitude
Interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member
High school diploma or equivalent.