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OMNOVA a division of SURTECO specializes in the production and sale of laminates, foils and vinyl-coated fabrics. Our technologies, products and services deliver distinctive performance features, thus helping to support our Customers’ reputations for trusted brands around the globe and in a wide variety of markets.
We are seeking an individual who is passionate about joining a team in the manufacturing of high quality laminates and films used in a variety of applications including on cabinetry in kitchen and bath applications, countertops and paneling in recreational vehicles and in the enhancement of interior retail spaces.
Job Summary
The Embosser A Operator will perform various duties necessary to process material through embossing machines to emboss film with a desired finish or to laminate additional layers of film or paper onto the base film.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Understand and utilize embosser safety equipment and procedures
- Know and use required personal protective equipment
- Understand RCRA and MSDS/SDS labeling and “Right to Know” requirements
- Know all embosser emergency procedures (ie: Cardox system, fires, natural disasters, etc.)
- Understand and use procedures for setup, startup, production and shutdown for each material ran on the embosser
- Understand all controls and their function on each embosser
- Know the various thread patterns for various materials run on the embossers and how to set them up
- Know how to safely use all required material handling equipment
- Understand and use procedures for changing and cleaning embossing and rubber rolls as necessary
- Understand all windup and line control panel functions
- Understand all let off control equipment functions
- Know and use all roll-splicing, finished roll handling and packaging procedures
- Work directly with Color Matcher and Supervisor or appropriate personnel to match embossing and gloss of standard while maintaining all additional necessary QC requirements
- Work with scheduling and supervision to optimize quality and output
- Maintain a clean, orderly and safe work area
- Complete embosser logs, reports, records and all necessary paperwork
- Document and report all mechanical and electrical problems to maintenance
- Available to work OT as needed
- Perform any additional duties as requested to meet business or production conditions or changes
- High school diploma / GED
Preferred Skills, Ability, Knowledge & Qualifications
- Prefer knowledge of embosser
- Prefer previous Embosser B Operator experience
Work Environment and Environmental Conditions
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds as needed
- Frequently positions self to use/maintain personal protective equipment
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Comfortable with working in a manufacturing environment alongside machines, equipment, etc.
- Ability to detect, distinguish, or determine the source of a smell
- Exposure or works around chemical processing, unregulated temperature, dusty conditions
Company Statement:
OMNOVA, A Division of SURTECO is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing equal access to employment. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all applicants to apply. In addition, the health and safety of those who contribute to business development is a priority. Open dialog with our employees is a matter of course, and the further development of their knowledge is a special concern. We enable them to find the right balance between personal and professional life.
Disclaimer:
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 an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, success profile characteristics or qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the Job at any time.
