Pouch Operator Position - 1st Shift

The Pouch Operator is responsible for running pouch equipment.  This includes set up & run, preventative maintenance activities, along with mechanical, and process troubleshooting issues.  Additionally, a Pouch Operator measures and inspects printed formed packaging (bags/pouches) to ensure they meet quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Operate the packaging/pouch equipment following process and machine specifications.

• Troubleshoot and adjust equipment, as needed.

• Measure and inspect printed and formed packages (bags/pouches) to meet quality standards.

• Perform quality tests and document results.

• Complete job paperwork.

• Complete preventative maintenance activities on equipment; includes changing consumables.

• Communicate with team members in a respectful, supportive manner.

• Follow production schedule and communicate when issues arise.

• Support team members through continuous improvement efforts.

• Participate in team discussions to resolve issues and highlight opportunities.

• Operate secondary packaging equipment as needed.

• Participate in continued learning opportunities.

• Follow all Company policies and safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment.

• Perform general housekeeping to keep work areas clean and organized.

• Model Roastar’s core values: Easy-Focused-Pioneering.

• Follow all Company policies, rules, and regulations.

• Act as a professional representative of Roastar, Inc. at all times.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to 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, Experience, Skills (Licensure & Certifications)

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required

• Experience operating equipment in a manufacturing environment is preferred

• Strong mechanical & troubleshooting skills.

• Strong communication skills.

• Willingness to learn and be a supportive team member.

• Professionalism in the workplace.

• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

• Good math and measurement skills – able to learn how to use measurement equipment

• Must be detail-oriented and accurate; able to read/interpret documents

• Ability to prioritize and organize workload; meeting deadlines

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. 

The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee may occasionally perform work-related travel.

The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud dependent upon the machinery you are exposed to. In such cases, wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

General

This position description is not intended to be all inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Responsibilities and requirements are subject to change at the discretion of management. The employee is expected to adhere to all Company policies and procedures.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.