Packaging Line Owner

About the role

The objective of the Line Owner position is to own the effectiveness of a packaging line(s) across all three shifts for output, compliance, safety and 5S. The incumbent will monitor the output of the assigned area to identify areas of improvement and then work with the team to develop improvements and be responsible for implementation across all three shifts. All efforts shall be in line with site goals for customer service, compliance and safety. The incumbent will also perform standard PT duties for their assigned shift when needed.

What you'll do

• Monitors assigned area for output, compliance, safety and 5S
• Helps develop methods for monitoring KPI's
• Assists with troubleshooting of deficiencies
• Lead efforts to develop solutions
• Obtain resources from outside department as needed, utilizing supervisor as necessary
• Coach's employees on production process proficiencies
• Safety Champion for the assigned area
• Ensures compliance with all housekeeping requirements
• Ensures application of cGMP compliance
• Assists with investigations into Packaging Incidents and collaborates with QA, Technology, etc. to develop CAPA
• Ensure all shifts are maintaining log book entries and completing batch records properly
• Communicates weekly schedule, hold times, management directives, point and calls, non-routine orders and line trials to the team on all shifts
• Keeps working area in a clean and orderly condition according to established 5S principles
• Participates in audits for compliance, safety and 5S
• Working as a PT when needed on assigned shift
• Documents, analyzes, and reports OEE downtime data together with OEE resources in department
• Ensures each shift is completing all required documentation of KPI data
• Works with Continuous improvement /Industrial Engineer and team members to implement OEE/Process improvements
• Ensures KPI's are posted in a timely manner
• Educate employees about how to interpret KPI's and how to relate them to their individual proficiencies
• Safety Champion and role model by demonstrating safe work practices
• Enforces safety rules, recognizes safe behavior and takes immediate action on breaches
• Conducts accident investigations and participates in critical task analysis
• Partners with EHS on audits, training and communication
• Partners with the training department to facilitate training sessions
• Assists in the training of new employees
• Maintains training on all equipment used in all aspects of the operation

Our ideal candidate

• High School Diploma (or equivalent), Associates Degree preferred
• Technical training and/or experience in a mechanical field preferred
• 3 plus years' experience

Skills and abilities

• Must have the ability to perform all packaging related activities on the lines to which incumbent has been assigned
• Must be able to read, demonstrate math ability and understanding comprehend and follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to interpret KPI information and explain it to team members
• Ability to analyze and articulate situations to facilitate problem solving
• Requires mechanical/technical aptitude with proven skills and demonstrated leadership ability
• Requires the ability to problem-solve mechanical and production related issues, and implement straightforward improvements with minimal assistance
• Must be a qualified EOJT
• Requires the ability to author safe practices, support and participate in Job Hazard Analysis (JHA's)
• Basic computer navigation skills
• Exceptionally close attention to detail is required to prevent error and loss of components and product, to prevent accidents, and to comply with all cGMPs and procedures
• Considerable attention to the running of the work centers is required to prevent loss/damage to equipment
• Positions require extended standing, lifting (up to 35 lbs.), bending, twisting, hand dexterity, depth perception, color vision, and travel up and down the assigned work area