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Line Technician

Apollo Health And Beauty Care

Line Technician

National
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Apollo Health & Beauty Care (Apollo) is a premium developer of private label and control label health & beauty care products and leverages unique expertise and experience in developing national brand-equivalent products designed to compete equivalently with the most popular national brands. The largest private label and control label personal care manufacturer in Canada, Apollo has formidable penetration and distribution in the North American marketplace and also services customers throughout Central and South Asia, Mexico, Europe and Asia. Building on our core values of Excellence and Commitment, Apollo has established itself as a market leader that attracts the industry's top talent. We are currently searching for an energetic, motivated Mechanical Line Technician to join our Team

    Apollo provides an exceptional work culture, benefits and various employee incentives. Please visit www.apollocorp.com to hear more about us!

    Position Overview:

    ° Responsible for ensuring the achievement of optimum operating efficiency of the production line

    ° Ensure effective execution of the production lines in accordance with safety requirements

    ° Ensure timely change over and an accurate set-up

    ° Respond to issues and troubleshoot immediately

    ° Achieve communicated targets and quality results

    Responsibilities & Duties:

    ° Proactively plan/schedule line needs for each shift; predict tool wear and tool changes and liaise with maintenance to ensure efficient PM is performed

    ° Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications; identify, select and prepare tooling and change parts as necessary

    ° Analyze "out of tolerance" conditions and make adjustments as required

    ° Read and interpret production reports and obtain first offs

    ° Set up and maintain production assets (labeler, filler, capper) to ensure optimal run time

    ° Measure and layout workplace material to optimize work flow efficiency

    ° Continuously monitor work target achievements, use problem solving approaches and take remedial action when needed

    ° Communicate information to the Supervisor (i.e. manpower, production, machine issues) and recommend remedial action to the Supervisor as required

    ° Communicate precise instruction to operators in regards to the safe set up and operation of machinery; demonstrate job functions to coworkers as needed

    ° Continuously monitor product for defects and quality. Identify appropriate colors, alignment, lot codes, debris and other observable defects.

    ° Read and understand Process Instructions (PI), product labels and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's); verify, communicate and improve SOPs and PIs as required

    ° Communicate with co-workers in order to solve immediate production concerns

    ° Clean and sterilize equipment and turnaround for next batch in specified time; ensure the production area is washed and cleaned thoroughly on a daily basis.

    ° Read, understand and complete required documentation. All paperwork shall be accurately and neatly completed in accordance with established policies and procedures.

    ° Handle bulk materials and finished goods in accordance with safety and cGMP requirements.

    ° Efficiently and safely operate assigned machinery; perform simple maintenance and report malfunctioning equipment immediately to Supervisor or Manager.

    ° Direct line coworkers as needed to maximize output and quality.

    ° Coach employees on correct procedures of how to perform the task at hand with the appropriate SOPs.

    ° Perform other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications:

    ° Two or more years related experience

    ° Must have highschool diploma, post-secondary is an asset

    ° Full understanding of tools, work offsets and machine controls with capability to learn to operate, troubleshoot, and program multiple production machines (labeler, capper, filler)

    ° Demonstrated understanding of the principles of cost control systems and cost conservation

    ° Demonstrated leadership abilities

    ° Excellent communication skills in all formats (Oral, Written, Drawing, Programming)

    ° Willing and able to work all shifts including continental and overtime

    ° Complete knowledge of the manufacturing process of the line or production area that the position covers

    ° Ability to use and understanding of measurement tools such as meters, recorders and gauges

    ° Demonstrate competency to safely handle items such as chemicals, powders and mechanical equipment.

    ° Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and efficiently with coworkers to complete assigned tasks

    ° Proficient computer knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite required and ability to learn ERP (Syspro)

    “Apollo Health & Beauty Care Ltd. will ensure accommodations are available in consultation with candidates during all stages of the recruitment process”

    The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties outlined on this job description may not be all-inclusive, and can be modified at any time if requested by management. Apollo is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process. Apollo will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known in advance.

    We thank all applicants for their interest however only those meeting the minimum qualifications will be interviewed.