This position functions as part of a team ensuring the continuous operation of the related production area to meet production requirements.  This job is responsible for various operations including visual inspection of semi-finished products within the production unit, insuring a continuous flow of material to facilitate production.  Also includes supervision of process equipment, any documentation requirements and maintaining house-keeping and order within the production department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Controls and understands all functions of automated equipment within area of responsibility including but not limited to start up and shut down of machines to ensure continuous operation and constant output of products.
• Handles robots in all normal production modes, troubleshoots and identify problems with robots as required.
• Conducts quality control measurements within area of responsibility by ensuring equipment is operating within specified tolerances/parameters.
• Trouble shoots, identifies and repair problems related to machine output and quality defects as they occur
• Conducts planned/preventive maintenance in area of responsibility including but not limited to cleaning and inspection on all components of equipment in a safe manner.
• Prepares proper documentation to support production tracking and performance of equipment.
• Works with shift leaders in establishing work instructions and training materials and to achieve production safety/hygiene goals.
• Works as a service oriented, independent worker.  Able to effectively communicate with other machine leaders during shift transition.
• Responsible for proper handling of waste and accurately documenting supportive data relative to waste.
• Responsible for knowing and following safety and compliance procedures by maintaining orderliness within department and maintaining proper hygiene at all times. 
• Performs other duties as required including but not limited to visual inspection of products.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years manufacturing experience

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work in an environment without daylight / windows
• Ascends/descends ladders to access machinery - Lifting and/or moves up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move in excess of 50 pounds using lifting aids, techniques, or appropriate assistance
• Duties may require overtime work, including nights and weekends
• Use of hands and fingers to manipulate equipment is required
• Requires standing, walking, bending, pulling, pushing, climbing and crawling.
• Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts to include day and night time hours