Job Description

Position Summary

The Kiefel Production Technician I is a Salaried Non-Exempt position which contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives by supplying, operating and maintaining a Kiefel Machine in addition to inspecting and performing quality checks on the finished bags.

Essential Job Duties

Operate, monitor and make adjustments as necessary to a Kiefel machine using controls on an electrical control panel (HMI) or by making manual adjustments.
Load and replenish production supplies (i.e. injection sites, tubing, PVC/Non-PVC roll stock and adhesive) at a rate consistent with production needs.
Perform minor routine and preventative maintenance such as alignment adjustments, replacement of machine parts or belts, cleaning and lubrication while supporting Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
Perform scheduled quality checks, disposition product, identify any deviations that may occur and take the appropriate action to include stopping production on the machine if necessary.
Inspect finished product and ensure that the quality standards have been met.
Load and secure finished product in mobile closets.
Execute a machine changeover when assigned.
Document required information on manufacturing logs and/or POMS system.
Investigate, identify and correct or escalate any inefficiency in the machine’s performance
Test, inspect and package Inter-Plant Shipping Orders (IPSO).
Perform and document scheduled cleaning activities.
Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical or discrepancy issues occur.
Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles including maintaining and securing provided tools.

Work Environment

In a Class II Controlled Environment which includes the following dress/gowning requirements: safety glasses or goggles, ear plugs, hairnet, beard cover, gown, shoe covers and gloves (additional PPE required when cleaning).
Constant or intermittent exposure to elevated levels of noise
Involves working around equipment and powerful machinery
Requires occasionally working with chemical cleaners and disinfectants

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members.
Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings.
Must be able to perform basic mathematics
Proficient in how to use a calculator and measurement tools as well as basic hand tools.
Must have basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

Production Technician or manufacturing experience with duties including preventative maintenance, machine troubleshooting, etc.

Physical Requirements

Requires the ability to push/pull up to 50 pounds and stand/walk continuously throughout the shift
Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the shift
Normal visual acuity required

Must be able to

Other Duties as Assigned

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Overtime is worked as required