Manufacturing Specialist

The Manufacturing Specialist is responsible for operating and maintaining machinery that packages products in vertical form-fill-seal bags. It is based on the technical understanding of the machinery, its part, and the manufacturing of product with it.

• Primary Responsibilities:
  • Machine Setup
    • Calibrating and setting up the vertical form fill seal system machines to start production cycles.
  • Operation Monitoring
    • Controlling and adjusting machine settings, such as speed and temperature, to ensure efficient operation.
  • Feeding Materials
    • Loading raw materials or parts into the machine for packaging.
  • Quality Control
    • Inspecting packaged products for defects and ensuring they meet quality standards.
  • Troubleshooting
    • Identifying and fixing issues that arise during operation.
  • Maintenance
    • Performing routine maintenance and cleaning of the machines to prevent breakdowns.
  • Record Keeping
    • Maintaining logs of machine activity, PM activities, CIL lists.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent: High school diploma or GED.
• Vocational Training: Vocational training in mechanical or electrical fields preferred.

• Mechanical Aptitude: Understanding how machinery works and being able to troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring that the packaging process meets quality standards and identifying defects.
• Technical Skills: Operating and adjusting machine settings, such as speed and temperature.
• Problem-Solving: Quickly diagnosing and resolving issues that arise during operation.
• Safety Awareness: Adhering to safety protocols to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
• Production experience in food manufacturing preferred.

EOE/M/F/H/V