Technical Operator

OVERVIEW

Responsible for the smooth operation of production machines. Ensures man, machine and product safety while carrying
out tasks with high accuracy to contribute to the stable course of production and a high level of machine efficiency.
Observes proactively upstream and downstream machinery to guarantee high production efficiency. Takes actions to
correct machine defects and maintain machines in optimum performance conditions.

KEY DUTIES:

1. Demonstrates understanding of global processes of machine.
2. Understands and masters the method of operation and the technical specifications (e.g. performance data) of the
   machine/line.
3. Understands and masters the method of operation and the technical specifications of the machine assemblies,
   related to the job at the machine.
4. Informs and hands over properly the status of machines, lines and production at change of shift or start of work.
   Complete handover form.
5. Handles and updates machine relevant documents (spare parts & electrical documents, operating manual).
6. Observes/follows established standard operating procedures, GMP rules, HACCP protocols and good housekeeping.
7. Carries out receiving, counting, loading, unloading, lifting, lowering and moving of items as part of normal duties.
8. Inspects and operates forklifts as part of the normal duties.
9. Familiarization with and observation of general and safety regulations, related to the job at the machine (accident
   prevention regulations).
10. Duty to report normal or serious malfunctions to Supervisors and Maintenance Technicians.
11. Accurately document all downtime, scan downtime on Vorne system, and document all actions taken on machine
    Operates the machine (start up, shut down, run monitoring); knowledge in connection with visualization and
    control components.
12. Identifies and separate good quality and defective products. Tags items as specified.
13. Contributes to machine downtime reduction, production cost reduction and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
    optimization.
14. Monitors the course of production, analyses malfunctions and eliminates normal malfunctions.
15. Performs functional tests on machines and lines, recognizing, analyzing and monitoring malfunctions.
16. Coordinates and performs machine maintenance works (installation/removal of tear and wear parts and spare
    parts).
17. Prepares and carries out of standard, lubrication, maintenance and service operations (possibly according to plan).
18. Sets and checks dimensions, tolerances/back-ups of systems essential for functioning.
19. Requests skilled personnel from Maintenance or Machine Manufacturer in the case of complex jobs or operations.
20. Documents all maintenance measures and production actions.
21. Carry out quality checks as specified. Quality measures with respect to the product must be completed (bottle,
    product, cap, label, etc. must correspond to quality guidelines (DIN, ABMI etc.)).
22. Support and follow continuous improvement initiatives
23. Sets up, replaces and adjusts the formats and machines according to optimum technical and economic
    considerations, to instructions. Control of success after work is done and proof machine line optimization.
24. Recognizes malfunctions, classifying them correctly and reacting properly (elimination or report).
25. Recognizes and interprets malfunction warnings, alarm signals.
26. Restoring the systems after replacement of components

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• MIC Journeyman Diploma
• More than 2 years of experience as a Plant Operator and a minimum of a
• Mechanical Engineering Technician (MET) or Electrical Engineering Technician (EET) Diploma or equivalent is a strong asset