Machine Operator

The shift is 2nd (3 PM - 11:00 PM) Monday - Friday.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Ensures that the slitter/rewinder is producing quality product.
• Identify each individual roll coming off the slitter with the proper pre-designated number representing the web location.
• Ensures proper materials and machine settings are used.
• Communicates support needs of the machine as required.
• Ensures that all instructions are carried out.
• Ensures all paperwork and data entry is completed accurately.
• Ensures assistant and material handler is working towards optimum productivity and waste reduction capabilities.
• Pick/Pack orders as needed for operating and shipping.
• Monitors deviations in materials and running conditions; makes corrections with crew assistance; and reports deviations to proper supervisor.
• Performs all 5S activities as assigned in the time frame provided per procedures.
• Performs other duties as required, including assisting in preparation and packaging.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Ensures crew is following environmental, safety and housekeeping standards and regulations.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Maintain clean working station.
• Other duties as assigned by the Finishing DC Manager or Lead Operator.

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Previous experience supporting an industrial fluid application facility preferable Strong oral and written communication, excellent computer skills, ability to multi-task and prioritize work requirements, and attention to detail are essential.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate, is required to stand for extended periods of time without sitting as well as stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, lifting, or crawling.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must maintain and account for assigned tools and equipment.
• Must have valid Forklift Operator's license or pass required training. (Able to safely operate forklifts scissor lifts and boom lifts in a production environment.)
• Other duties assigned based on operational needs.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must have demonstrated knowledge of required machine station prior to obtaining assistant status.
• Must be willing and available to train on all Finishing equipment.
• Ability to use basic computer system's hardware and software.
• 1-2 years manufacturing experience

Safety:

Follow all EHS standards and regulation, facility work rules, and contribute to the safety of all employees, visitors, and contractors.

• Pre-start lift Safety checklists, Shift Passovers.
• Attend all Safety Training, monthly meetings.
• Contribute to Hazard Id program

Work Environment:

This position works in the production facility. Reflective clothing, eye and foot protection are mandatory and Hearing protection in required areas.