Packaging Operator Mechanic 1

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JOB INFORMATION

Title:

Packaging Opr Mechanic 1

Title Description:

Packaging Operator Mechanic 1

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Reports To:

Sup, Packaging-NC

Supervises:

Approved Date:

8/31/2023 10:15:59 AM

Date Last Edited:

7/2/2024 12:44:41 PM

Locations:

NC Mills River

Function:

Operations

Business Entity:

SNBC Mills River Brewery

Cost Center:

Packaging Can Line; Packaging Keg Line

Employee Type:

Full Time

Age Requirement:

18+

Employee Supervisory Classification:

POSITION SUMMARY

The Packaging Operator Mechanic will work at an advanced level within a team to operate, clean, inspect, lubricate, changeover and perform maintenance tasks on packaging equipment. They must respond to equipment issues, which may be complex, as they occur.  The Packaging Operator Mechanic is expected to participate in shift carryover meetings.  This role works closely with our Quality, Maintenance and Warehouse Teams as well as the Packaging Lead to ensure daily and weekly tasks are completed on-time and within our standard operating procedures.  Key customers of this position include the Packaging Supervisors and Operator Mechanics. They will also support training fellow operators on production processes and equipment. 

They are responsible for working effectively within a team to meet production demands while maintaining a safe work environment and producing a quality product.  Key customers of this position include the Packaging Supervisors, Operators and fellow Operator Mechanics.

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Performs all routine work for their work area (bottle line, can line, keg line, variety pack line), such as start-ups, shut-downs, changeovers, troubleshooting, preventative and corrective maintenance, lubrication, and cleaning

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Cleans production equipment, work areas, or other parts of the facility to maintain food plant sanitation standards

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Conducts and completes PMs or corrective work orders and address issues as they arise for repairs, inspections, troubleshooting, interacts with maintenance technicians, engineers, and/or OEM technical support

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Performs advanced equipment inspections, in-depth troubleshooting, high-level adjustments, complex repairs and maintenance of equipment

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Works cross-functionally across departments as needed, including but not limited to: Warehouse – to stage material, move material, support keg line, Quality – to perform quality checks on production samples, and respond to supplier-related concerns, Brewing – for tank releases, line push-outs, and Brewery Support – for housekeeping and recycling programs

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Works alongside Maintenance Technicians during times of planned downtime for cross training and technical training.

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Promotes information sharing, supports SOP development, and teaches technical processes in their area of expertise to fellow team members.

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Reads and understands P&IDs, SOPs, technical drawings, equipment cut sheets, and manufacturer-provided documentation

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Operates process control equipment and handles manual activities required to monitor and control the movement of product

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Identifies and recommends solutions for improvements to equipment SOPs, PMs and operational best practices.

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Performs other duties and responsibilities as required

No travel required

QUALIFICATIONS

1 year

Experience in a production, industrial, or mechanical setting

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Technical studies or training related to the role such as: :  production or packaging science, mechanical systems, engineering, mechatronics, machining, and electronics

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Strong interpersonal and communication skills

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Ability to collaborate with peers and cross-functional teams, and a continuous drive for results are essential

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Must have the ability to appropriately and accurately relay packaging related information for teaching others and for pass downs

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Must be self-motivated with the demonstrated ability to take ownership and initiative to perform tasks beyond assignment-specific duties

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The ability to grasp technical material quickly is essential

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Must understand equipment automation functions and be familiar with PLCs or other automated control systems

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Has an advanced understanding of brewery processes and operating equipment on a high-speed packaging line

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Can proficiently use hand tools (Allen wrenches, screw drivers, sockets/wrenches, etc.)

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Strong attention to detail and eye for package quality is essential

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Ability to learn on-the-job

Frequencies listed represent the percentage of time spent performing the task during a regularly scheduled shift

| Rarely 0-25% | Occasionally 26-50% | Frequently 51-75%  | Constantly 76-100% |

• Sitting - Rarely
• Walking - Frequently
• Standing - Frequently
• Bending (Waist) - Occasionally
• Bending (Neck) - Occasionally
• Lifting - Frequently (60)
• Lifting Continued - Frequently (60)
• Carrying - Occasionally (60)
• Pushing - Rarely (60)
• Pulling - Rarely (60)
• Squatting - Rarely
• Climbing - Occasionally
• Kneeling - Rarely
• Crawling - Rarely
• Twisting (Waist) - Rarely
• Twisting (Neck) - Rarely
• Grasping - Frequently
• Talking - Frequently
• Hearing - Frequently
• Repetitive Motion - Occasionally

Frequencies listed represent the percentage of time spent performing the task during a regularly scheduled shift

| Rarely 0-25% | Occasionally 26-50% | Frequently 51-75%  | Constantly 76-100% |

• Indoors - Rarely
• Outdoors - Rarely
• Humid - Rarely
• Work near toxic or caustic chemicals - Occasionally
• Exposure to fumes & airborne particles - Occasionally
• Working at heights of more than 6' - Rarely
• Exposure to extreme cold - Rarely
• Exposure to extreme heat - Rarely
• Exposure to wet environments - Frequently
• Extreme changes in temperature - Rarely
• Work near loud noises - Constantly
• Work near loud noises requiring ear protection - Constantly
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Constantly
• Risk of electrical shock - Rarely

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and respectively encountered 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.