Equipment Setup Technician

The Equipment Set-Up Technician is responsible for overseeing multiple production lines, ensuring that packaging processes are executed efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality.  The Equipment Set-Up Technician will oversee the technical aspects of our production line, ensuring smooth operations.  This includes, but is not limited to, troubleshooting technical issues, executing changeovers, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires strong technical expertise, a high level of mechanical aptitude, leadership abilities, and a commitment to driving excellence in manufacturing processes.

Essential Functions: Fundamental and critical tasks, duties, and responsibilities necessary for position to be performed effectively.

• Enforce safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.

• Coordinate the workflow on the production line to optimize efficiency and meet production goals.

• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless production flow.
• Oversee and operate packaging machinery and equipment to assemble, label, and pack products according to customer specifications.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and quality in the packaging process.
• Monitor packaging machinery, troubleshoot and adjust as needed to maintain optimal performance.
• Conduct visual inspections of packaged products to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Identify and report any defects, discrepancies, or issues with the packaging process.
• Optimize packaging processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Maintain a clean and organized packaging area.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and other departments to address any production challenges or changes in packaging requirements.
• Train new team members on packaging processes, equipment operation, and safety procedures.
• Provide ongoing coaching and skill development opportunities to enhance the team's performance.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Production Supervisor that may fit within the scope of this role, such as editing/creating procedures and productivity tracking.
• Perform production line setup, operation, and changeovers to meet production targets and customer requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline production processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.

Computer Skills Required:

• Microsoft Office

Other qualifications:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong leadership ability.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated experience
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Preferred: Experience working in a cGMP environment
• Preferred: Experience working in an ISO 13485 environment.
• Preferred: Understanding of 5S and lean manufacturing concepts

Qualifications

Education Required: High School Diploma/GED                                                  Preferred: Trade or Technical School                      

Certification(s):Specify preferred or required.

Computer Skills Required:

• Microsoft Office

Other qualifications:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Preferred: Experience working in a cGMP environment
• Preferred: Experience working in an ISO 13485 environment.
• Preferred: Understanding of 5S and lean manufacturing concepts

Immediate Work Environment:

X-Chemicals                    Unprotected Height           X Fumes/Gases          X-Persistent Noise

X-PPE used: Safety glasses, protective shoes, gloves

Work Activity: [must equal number of hours worked per day]              

Stand:     8             Frequency:  Continuously                             Walk:     2             Frequency:  Intermittently          

Sit:          0             Frequency:  Choose an item.                           Drive:      0             Frequency:  Choose an item.          

Lift/Carry Demands

Frequency:                                                            Lift/Carry Equipment Provided:

0-10 lbs.                 More than 3 hours a day                    

11-25 lbs.              1-3 hours a day                  

26-50 lbs.              1-3 hours a day                    

51-75 lbs.              Rarely                     

76-100 lbs.            Rarely