Plant Production Operator
Full time @Tropical Bottling Company in Consumer Business Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 10612
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Experience 2 Years
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Industry Consumer Business
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Qualifications EPB
Job Description
We’re growing and looking for talented individuals to join us. Whether you’re just starting your career or are an experienced professional, we have exciting opportunities for you!
Basic function:
The Line Machine Operator is responsible for ensuring the productivity, quality, and safety of all bottling operations. This includes efficiently operating various machines on production lines, maintaining a clean and hygienic work environment, and ensuring that all work adheres to the company’s policies, procedures, and performance standards (TBC/BNB). The operator must feed components onto assembly conveyors, into hoppers, or other machinery to maintain continuous production.
Specific responsibilities:
- Responsibilities include replenishing and unloading materials such as corrugated cardboard, glue, plastic wrap, cartons, bottles, caps, labels, sprayers, and more, while avoiding breaks in the assembly process.
- Line Setup and Changeovers: Set up equipment for production runs, adjust machinery as needed, and perform product changeovers efficiently.
- Additionally, the operator will manually assemble or install various liquid packaging components as required, ensuring a high-quality product and presentation.
- Inventory Management: Monitor and manage the supply of raw materials (bottles, caps, labels, etc.) to avoid interruptions in production.
- Production Monitoring: Track production data, such as output rates, efficiency, and downtime, and report it to supervisors.
- Execute CIP & COP Procedures: Perform routine cleaning and sanitation of bottling equipment, tanks, pipelines, and other machinery using CIP and COP techniques.
- Equipment Inspection: Conduct regular inspections of cleaning equipment, ensuring proper functioning and identifying any maintenance needs or defects.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of cleaning activities, including chemical usage, cleaning schedules, and equipment inspections.
- Safety Compliance: Adhere strictly to safety protocols and procedures while handling cleaning chemicals and operating cleaning equipment to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with other bottling hall operators, production supervisors, and maintenance staff to coordinate cleaning schedules and ensure minimal disruption to production activities.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure that cleaning procedures meet quality standards and regulatory requirements to maintain product integrity and hygiene.
- Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve any cleaning-related issues or challenges promptly to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.
- Continuous Improvement: Participate in ongoing training programs and actively seek opportunities to improve cleaning processes, efficiency, and safety protocols.
General responsibilities:
- Demonstrate strong teamwork skills, readily assisting with operational tasks as needed.
- Maintain a consistently professional demeanor, serving as a positive ambassador for TBC/BNB.
- Attend all mandatory meetings and training sessions to stay informed and updated.
- Uphold a tidy and organized work environment at all times.
- Adhere to hygienic practices while carrying out responsibilities.
- Promptly report any environmental, safety, quality, or food-related concerns to your supervisor.
- Immediately notify your superior of any (near) accidents or unsafe situations/actions.
- Support colleagues by performing their tasks during their absence as directed by your supervisor.
- Actively engage in the cross-training program as outlined in the Cross-Training Chart.
- Foster positive relationships and maintain open communication with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
- Follow procedures and instructions outlined in the Employee Handbook and the IMS manual of TBC/BNB.
- Comply with guidelines and procedures related to environmental, safety, quality, and food safety.
- Utilize equipment, machinery, transportation, tools, and materials properly, including adherence to safety measures.
- Adhere to procedures and regulations specific to job locations.
- Wear personal protective equipment as directed by TBC/BNB regulations or supervisor instructions.
Experience:
- Knowledge operating production line machinery such as filling, labeling, capping, and packaging equipment.
- Preferable 1-3 years of experience working in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably in a bottling, beverage, or food processing facility.
- Ability to quickly learn and adapt to operating complex bottling and packaging machinery, including new technologies and production processes.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with colleagues and supervisors.
Personal Qualities & Skills:
- Good communication and organizational skills.
- Able to accept flexible work hours. Initiative. Motivated.
- Upright and reliable / trustworthy. Social skills.
- Must be able to perform repetitive motions including bending,
- Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy objects and work in standing positions for extended periods.
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, as needed.
- Operating basic tools and electrical tools is essential.
Level of Education:
- EPI diploma preferable.
- High school or EPB diploma or equivalent qualification; with additional certification or training.
Languages:
- Knowledge of Papiamento, English, Dutch.
Benefits:
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for growth and development.
- Competitive salary and benefits.