Allan Portugal

Main Responsibilities

• Constant observation of the line and early identification of deviation from normal conditions as well as its reasons in order to avoid damages and losses (refers to i.e. machines, equipment, raw material, energy)
• Maintenance of the line (i.e. cleaning, lubrication) and maintenance of the equipment in the context of production activities (Understands the inner-working of the machine and all the settings and how they affect the final package and identify and troubleshoot issues and communicate issues accurately to the Maintenance team for prompt repair or preventing a breakdown)
• Prevention of defects, incidents and losses (i.e. raw material, packaging, products, energy, human resources)
• Early information of supervisors and colleagues about defects, improvements, changes of a machine and raw material
• Identification of opportunities for improvements and independent realization or assignment
• Accurately follow a DPS and troubleshoot wrappers, cartoners, robots and baggers
• Accurately complete paperwork, test seals and other points to ensure package integrity (by hand and using equip.) On a rotational basis fix the tape machine while the other packs boxes into packages.
• Responsible for recording, analyzing and fixing ( as applicable)defects, Minor Stops, breakdowns as applicable, Sources of contamination, Hard to Reach areas and any other losses that contribute to the deterioration of equipment and its performance
• Able to conduct Pre-Op and Safety Checks, Cartoner, Controls, Load Cartons, Inspect Package Seal, trouble-shoot, Load Film Code, Date Printer, Wrapper Controls, perform Set-up/shut down Procedures, clear a Jam, and adjust the glue guns.
• Report any unsafe, unclean areas or any problems that could cause substandard quality of production

Health and Safety

• Understand, promote and apply Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Policies and practices throughout the facility to prevent injury, illness and property damage.
• Understand relevant HSE risks associated with the facility and corresponding control measures.
• Communicate and take action on imminent danger situations, hazards.
• Adhere to relevant HSE programs
• Participate in HSE programs and controls such as:
• Behaviour Based Safety Programs, Defect Management, Incident Management
• Promote and practice safety first philosophy and accident prevention among East York's team
• Maintain personal hygiene; Clean uniforms, hair and beard nets are mandatory for GMP
• Ability to follow basic safety on the line/area; including wearing proper PPE
• Demonstrates attention to safety and GMPs; Demonstrates LOTO protocol when necessary
• Work in a safe and competent manner, following rules and procedures as required and as outlined in our Health & Safety guidelines
• Report any unsafe condition to your Line Leader

Food Safety

• Follow plant food safety and GMP compliance:
• Plant HACCP program
• Allergen Management
• Use proper tools (including chemical & lubrication) that meet company food
• Safety standard
• Maintain a clean and hazardous free work area while supporting and
• Promoting company GMP's, Safety, and Mondelēz policies
• Comply with Company policies, procedures and local legislation
• Report all quality and food safety related issues immediately to the Line Leader or Manager for corrections and corrective actions
• Awareness of what a quality/in-spec cookie and package looks like
• Demonstrated awareness and commitment to quality
• Understand allergens and kosher status and how to handle
• Good knowledge of HACCP and WHMIS