The Flow Wrap Machine Operator is responsible for the setup, operation, adjustment, and maintenance of high-speed flow wrapping and horizontal form fill seal (HFFS) equipment. This role ensures that products are sealed securely and aesthetically, with correct labeling and coding, maintaining quality and efficiency standards.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Machine Operation and Setup
Operation
Safely and efficiently operate and monitor one or more flow wrapping machines.
Setup & Changeovers
Parameter Adjustment
Troubleshooting:
Diagnose and resolve common operational issues, such as film tracking problems, incorrect dating/coding, poor seal quality, and jams, performing immediate minor corrective maintenance.
2. Quality and Compliance
Seal Integrity:
Continuously inspect finished packages to ensure
hermetic seals, correct code dates/lot numbers,
and accurate print registration.
Weight/Count Control:
Monitor product feed to the machine to ensure accurate weight or count per package, coordinating with upstream processes.
Materials Inspection:
Verify that the correct packaging film and coding materials are used for the specific product run as per the BMR (Batch Manufacturing Record).
GMP/Hygiene:
Maintain the flow wrap machine and surrounding area according to
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
and company sanitation standards, assisting with deep
cleaning schedules.
3. Performance and Documentation
Efficiency:
Monitor and record line performance data, including output rate, downtime reasons, and material waste levels, working to achieve target
OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).
Record Keeping:
Accurately complete all production logs, maintenance checklists, quality check sheets, and waste reports.
Material Handling:
Load and correctly thread packaging film rolls, ensuring proper orientation and splice execution.
4. Safety and Maintenance
Adhere strictly to all machine safety protocols, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures during cleaning or maintenance.
Perform routine preventative maintenance (PM) tasks on the machine as scheduled, such as lubrication and component replacement.
Education & Qualification: -
High School Diploma or equivalent; a technical diploma or vocational certification is highly preferred.
Experience:
2-3 years of direct experience operating and adjusting
Flow Wrap (HFFS),
packaging machinery, ideally in food manufacturing (bakery, confectionery).
Technical Skills:
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
for troubleshooting and minor repairs. Understanding of heat-sealing principles
High attention to detail (critical for seal quality), excellent hand-eye coordination, ability to work independently, and strong communication skills.
Personal Attributes:
A proactive and hands-on approach to problem-solving.
Ability to work effectively in a team.
Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ?25,000.00 - ?35,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Health insurance
Work Location: In person
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