Robotic Production Systems Operator-Mechanic

Trivium Packaging
Roanoke, VA, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$49,504.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Databases ISO-14001

Job description

Operate, maintain, and improve a fleet of automated and robotic equipment while ensuring every unit produced meets rigorous standards for safety, quality, and timing., * Safety leadership: follow plant safety policies, participate in the Safety Program, and report all incidents and near-misses.

  • Housekeeping excellence: uphold a clean, orderly work area through daily 5S practices and vehicle safety checks.
  • Production operations: run multiple machines concurrently; adjust parameters to avoid downtime and minimize scrap while sustaining OEE targets.
  • Quality ownership: apply the positive release program; inspect output; respond to defects; document findings; summarize rework and waste; and enter results in the quality database.
  • Measurement expertise: use gauges and inspection tools; complete all required charting and production records to meet/exceed standards.
  • Continuous improvement: collaborate with teammates to recommend process changes and serve on CI teams to drive out waste and reduce operating costs.
  • Compliance-driven mindset: follow BRC Food Safety Policy, GMPs, HACCP principles, ISO 14001, and OSHA requirements at all times.
  • Documentation and training: help draft SOPs and work instructions that elevate best practices.
  • Technical support: execute and record daily/weekly/monthly maintenance; assist with trial runs (SMA’s), installations, overhauls, and upgrades.
  • Flex support: operate a forklift when required; provide break relief; perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Technical troubleshooting support?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, * High school diploma or equivalent; strong mechanical aptitude.

  • Preferred: 2+ years in high-volume manufacturing.
  • Effective written and verbal communication; collaborative, organized, and skilled at troubleshooting.
  • Computer and basic math proficiency to read drawings, review specifications and work instructions, and report line performance.
  • Detail-oriented; adaptable to shifting priorities; experienced with measuring devices.
  • Schedule flexibility for 8- or 12-hour shifts, day or off-shifts, plus weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Benefits & conditions

  • High-energy, loud manufacturing floor with temperature swings from <40°F to >95°F.
  • Potential exposure to energized equipment, pinch points, sharp/hot surfaces, metal dust/slivers, and hazardous/explosive chemicals; PPE provided and required.
  • Tasks may include climbing, occasional work at heights, and entry into non-permit confined spaces with appropriate training.
  • Operations typically run in 12-hour blocks with an alternating 36/48-hour weekly pattern.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of their job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to handle and feel. The team member is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The team member may occasionally be required to work in non-permit required confined spaces, unless otherwise trained. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 50 pounds. There is no continual lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision as well as color recognition. Good hand/eye coordination is necessary. Average hours per week: 36/48 alternatingUsual Shift worked is: 12 hours Stand 70% Twist (3PC) 66%Sit 5% Crawl 1%Walk 70% Climb 2%Lift 5% Bend (90-180 degrees) 40%Lift (3PC) 70% Reach above shoulders 2%Twist 5% Work at heights 1%Squat 1%Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is very loud. Team members must wear hearing protection and all other assigned personal protective equipment. Temperature can range from extreme cold (<40 degrees) to extreme heat (>95 degrees). The atmosphere contains fumes, dust, and odors.

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