Mfg Associate

October 23, 2024

Overview:

Ensuring that the material produced in the process area is packed as per the PepsiCo standards of packing parameters and quality
Ensuring compliance with the production and dispatch plans by minimizing breakdowns and wastages in the packing section
Ensuring proper maintenance and smooth functioning of the entire packaging machines/area.

Responsibilities:

Supervising the packing of product to meet the daily and weekly targets in terms of quality, quantity & AVC
Coordinating with RM/ PM Stores for obtaining packing material
Coordinating with Engg. Stores to make auxiliary parts for machines available
Ensuring maximum efficiency of the packing machines
Minimize breakdowns & downtime in coordination with the Packing Engineer to minimize breakdowns and downtime
Ensuring that the on line leakage and film wastage are within the AOP targets
Maintaining a log of all the machine related problems that need to be rectified
Leading and managing a motivated team of packing operators for ensuring harmony and good work environment in the packing section
Deploying operators on specific workstations according to their capability
Coordination with HR and Engg. Departments for improving operators’ machine competencies in order to minimize operator related wastage and maximize OEE the TPM way.
Participate in packaging & quality wall & communicate action plan with the packing team
Questioning non-improvement in Packaging & quality wall scores and non-compliance with the standard machine handling practices

Troubleshooting and carrying out small repair jobs in case of minor problems in the packing machines
Ensuring regular and timely clearing of hold material
Housekeeping and maintenance of the packing section according to hygiene standards
Ensuring that the waste film and rejected product is transferred to the designated location immediately
Coordinating/participating with the engineering department in projects like installation of new machines
Participating in various task force activities to contribute towards small and continuous improvements in the plant
Packaging executive has to take up the shift maintenance of the machines and weighers along with the engg department
Monitoring OEE and taking corrective actions to improve the efficiency of packaging lines
Coaching the packing operators for efficient handling of packing machines and enabling their multiskilling
Documenting the standard checks to be done regularly by operators to ensure efficient functioning of the machines
Maintaining discipline at shop floor and handle grievances at their own level before they become a common cause
Supporting the production manger in ensuring training plan compliance of employees
Supporting the manager in benchmarking latest trends in production and packaging systems in the industry
Training of operatives on Basic CLITA, activities of weighers and Bagmakers

Qualifications:

Education:

Experience:

Minimum experience of 3-4 years of working in a similar industry at the supervisory level
Experience of handling packaging of perishable products
Experience of handling automated packaging machines
Exposure to manufacturing systems and shop floor culture

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