Lead Operator

Role details

The lead operator position is a senior level manufacturing position at PPC Industries. This position is designed for a highly experienced and knowledgeable employee. A lead operator will generally be responsible for 6 / 7 extrusion lines. The lead operator is responsible for performing equipment setup and startup for extrusion lines, bag machines, winders, printers and inline converting equipment. A successful lead operator will be mindful for product quality with a focus on minimizing material waste (scrap). The lead operator is the key employee in the PPC process for ensuring product quality.

The lead operator is a leadership position that provides guidance and training for mixers and packers as well as other lead operators. Essential Job Functions All safety regulations must be observed. Operators must also follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Documentation Practices (GDPs). Identify and locate raw materials by reading and interpreting job orders. Perform equipment setup and startups, bringing extrusion lines in and out of production including identifying appropriate resin blends and removal of non-required materials Responsible for setting up inline printing including ink retrieval and ink return.

Operators on shift when a job ends, are responsible to clean up and return the ink to the ink room appropriately. Make adjustments to settings, including web guide settings, tension settings, width settings, bag machine and winder settings, Doctor machine setting, etc… Responsible for the setup, startup and operation of the bag machines and winders. Responsible for providing supervision and direction for packers assigned to their extrusion lines as well as the mixer / material handler for their shift. Responsible for quality of product that is being manufactured. Keep work area clean / organized. No product or raw materials should be on the floor.

Perform Quality Control checks as required by Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Documenting the run record for manufactured product. Ability to train junior employees on equipment and process. Willingness to support other Lead Operators in maintaining all extrusion lines. Ensure that unused equipment is stored in the proper location Non-essential Job Functions Assist with preventative maintenance activity (screen changes / blade replacement / cleaning air rings / etc…). Ability to work on a rotating 12 hour shift schedule (day / night). Experience as a packer.

Willingness to listen and learn through on the job training from Supervisors Basic math skills to complete calculation and measurement of product. Basic computer skills to input data / interface with Material Management Systems. Other Skills/Abilities Be able to perform length, gauge and weight measurements. Use of hand tools, such as wrenches, scrapers, die gauges, screwdrivers, tape measures, etc. Be able to visually inspect product for defects.