Position                         : Machine Operator I - Entry Level
Location                       : Sparks, MD
Duration                       : 12 Months contract
Total Hours/week        : 40.00
pay range -$16-20/hr
Client: Medical Device Company
Level Of Experience: Entry Level
Job Category: Industrial
Employment Type: Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens and GC Holders)


Description:
Job Overview

• Performs routine set up, operation, preventative maintenance (PM) and reports troubleshooting of basic manufacturing equipment via manual or semi-automated means.
• Controls and adjusts machine settings.
• Inspects in-process parts to ensure consistent quality and removes defective product, packaging, and component material.
• Assists with root-cause analysis activities for process or product exceptions.
• Identifies and escalates any issues associated with the machine performance and/or product quality.

Responsibilities and Duties: (Machine Operator 1 – Entry Level)

• Works within standards and operating procedures to plan, perform, and make decisions regarding the set up and operations of a variety of production equipment, including automated machine processes and controls to perform routine assembly-line production functions of filling, packing, assembling, labeling and inspecting
• Uses independent judgment in troubleshooting and problem solving under direct supervision
• May perform clean up functions in sterilized areas
• Demonstrates the ability to follow established procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Must follow all BD housekeeping policies and procedures
• Must follow all BD safety policies and procedures
• Must be able to work overtime as required to meet BD business requirements
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Experience:

• High school degree with 1 year manufacturing or warehouse experience
• AA degree with 0 years’ experience

Basic Skills:

• Can effectively work in a team setting and communicate effectively across the department
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to be punctual in order to ensure production
• Ability to work on assignments that are semi-routine in nature with the skill to recognize any deviations from specification

Proficient/Working Skills:

• Must be proficient in English with the ability to read, write, analyze/evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams and perform basic arithmetic
• Basic proficiency with PCs (Personal Computers) and basic use of a Windows environment is required.