This position is responsible for performing product inspections to determine conformance with specifications and the packaging of these products according to customer requirements. 

Some of the job duties include: 

• Ensure safety procedures are followed at all times and immediately report unsafe working conditions or mechanical safety problems to the Shift Supervisor.
• Understand the product line.  Know the function of the product and any potential product defects that can adversely affect the function or application of the product.
• Perform production verifications at the start of an order and each shift.
• Perform the required visual inspections at the beginning of each shift and at the interval specified in the data acquisition software.  Immediately notify the Manufacturing Coordinator if any defects are found.
• Utilize the data acquisition software to determine which gauging (if necessary) must be performed during the production run to ensure quality standards are met.
• Keep accurate documentation in the data acquisition software during the production run.
• Inspect parts on the conveyor belts and in product containers throughout the shift, and perform liner inspections as required.
• Assist the Material Technician in keeping the WIP hoppers supplied with parts.
• If applicable, periodically check the glue tank level to ensure a proper supply of glue is available to the machine.
• Properly package and handle the production per the assigned manufacturing specification.
• Accurately record scrap and place the scrap in the proper containers.
• Assist in the performance of machine startups and shutdowns and line clearances, and keep machine downtime to a minimum.
• Keep the workstation clean and neat at all times by utilizing good housekeeping practices.
• Assist in the training of fellow associates and perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in Lean and safety programs.
• Follow applicable Food Safety and cGMP polices.

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills (written & oral).
• Ability to work under direct supervision and to follow written instructions and techniques.
• Ability to be trained on the use of powered industrial trucks.
• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred.

Physical Demands 

The physical demands 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 stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop or crouch.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. 

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 regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and occasionally exposed to various types of equipment that have vibration.  The noise level in the work environment requires hearing protection.