Aseptic Production Operator IIAt Niagara, we're looking for team members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.Consider applying here, if you want to:Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.Develop lasting relationships with great people.Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our team members.As an Aseptic Production Operator II, your primary responsibility is to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of aseptic manufacturing processes and equipment. You will focus mostly on the Aseptic Block Equipment (Blowmolder, Filler, and its peripherals devices). You will play a crucial role in maintaining sterile conditions and producing high-quality beverage products. As a senior production team member, you will also provide junior operators guidance, training, and support.Key responsibilities include:Executing aseptic manufacturing processes in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
This includes preparation, setup, operation, and monitoring of aseptic blowing/filling, cleaning, and sterilizing the aseptic block equipment. Knowledge about chemicals used in the aseptic block equipment and their critical interactions (GHS & SDS).Overall knowledge about aseptic production, such as basic concepts about microbiology and pH, low acid and high acid products, and causes of sterility loss.Monitoring all the aseptic block equipment critical control points (CCP), using a human machine interface (HMI), to ensure the final product sterility is maintained. Identify and address potential contamination risks and work with your supervisor and quality/maintenance teams to mitigate/eliminate them.Operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting aseptic block equipment, such as filling and blow molding machines, sterilizers, and filtration systems. Detect equipment malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls.
Be alert to the alarms and act quickly to adjust equipment to prevent unnecessary downtime.Performing routine equipment maintenance, which involves cleaning, inspecting, and lubricating (CIL) the aseptic block equipment. These routine activities will be performed under maintenance technician supervision to maintain good equipment performance.Following quality control Niagara's procedures for in-process checks, sampling, and inspections to ensure product quality and compliance. Perform visual inspections, measurements, and other quality control tests to identify deviations or defects and take appropriate corrective actions. Responsible for testing torque, top load, bottle section weights, and cleaning/sterilization chemicals concentrations (ability to perform titrations).Responsible for accurately documenting all production activities, including production logs, machine reports, quality reports, and downtime reports, using software such as Presage and Infinity.
Adhere to cGMP guidelines and regulatory requirements to maintain compliance with Niagara's quality systems and external regulatory bodies.Maintaining a safe working environment by following safety protocols such as lock out tag out (LOTO), wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), housekeeping, and participating in safety training programs. Report any safety incidents, near misses, or hazards to your supervisor.Complying with Niagara's costs control, yield, and employee safety policies.Complying with Niagara's guidelines for proper equipment handling and operation.Complying with Niagara's food safety plan and quality policies for the aseptic beverage production.Ability to work in multiple areas of production with minimal supervision; perform relief duties when required.Ability to use computer systems such as Oracle/MES or current order management system.Comprehension of line flow, possible bottlenecks, and manufacturing process to maximize throughput.Ability to communicate issues clearly and concisely.Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.Ability to work 12-hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.Please note that this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without prior notice.Qualifications:Minimum qualifications:2 years – experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment2 years – experience in positionExperience operating aseptic machines.*Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.Preferred qualifications:6 years – experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment6 years – experience working in position2 years – experience managing people/projects*Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.This position embodies the values of Niagara's LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:Lead like an owner:Makes safety the number one priorityKeeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediatelyEffectively prioritizes tasks based on department goalsShows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directlyPrioritizes resolution of customer issues effectivelyResponds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customersInnovACT:Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or productsDemonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstancesIncreases performance through greater efficiencyFind a way:Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other expertsUnderstands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actionsSeeks solutions rather than placing blameEmpowered to be great:Consistently looks for ways to improve one's self through growth and development opportunitiesCommunicates clearly and promptly up, down, and acrossCommunicates effectively to manage expectationsEducation:Minimum required:Technical high school diploma or GEDPreferred:Associate's degreeMicrobiology, chemistry, or engineering.Certification/license:Required: None requiredPreferred: Yellow belt; aseptic processing and packaging; better process control school.Foreign language:Required: None requiredPreferred: None requiredBenefits:Our total rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation timePaid parental and caregiver leavesMedical, including virtual care optionsDentalVision401(k) with company matchHealth savings account with company matchFlexible spending accountsExpanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family membersFamily building benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursementsIncome protection including life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness, and an accident planSpecial discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan