Material Handler - 1st Shift 6am-2pm

QuestSpecialty•Brenham, TX

3d•$14 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerosol Line Stager is responsible for maintaining the flow of cans to completion on the aerosol production line. This position can vary to include the following roles: forklift operator, can stager, water bath monitor, tipper, capper, and packer.

Requirements

Deliver material to the Aerosol Line staging area using a forklift.
Verify line stager has brought correct cans to the line, using pallet tags on can pallets and batch ticket. Initial batch ticket once cans have been verified.
Inspect cans for rust, water, dirt, dents, or imperfections.
Place defective empty cans in a scrap box, count and document on batch ticket.
Cover partial pallets with shrink wrap.
Verify filled cans weight for both production lines as cans are coming out of the gas house.
Monitor screened cans for any signs of dents or scratches.
Monitor filled cans for any signs of leaking.
Pull defective cans from the line or water bath as needed.
Notify the machine operator if cans are to be reworked back into the line.
Label boxes of filled cans going to waste area with the product number.
Notify the machine operator to stop the line if any defects are found.
Verify correct tips have been brought over to the line by comparing label on box of tips to item number on batch ticket. Initial batch ticket once tips have been verified.
Ensure enough tips have been pulled to the line to maintain production efficiency.
Ensure the correct lot code has been entered in the can inkjet printer and test a few cans.
Set up label machine and ensure labels go onto cans correctly.
Visually check cans for damaged or leaking cans.
Make timely checks that lot code is being printed onto cans. Stop line if lot numbers are not printed.
Remove any wrinkled or crooked labels from the line to be reworked.
Close and tape box of tips upon completion of an order, place a “PARTIAL” sticker on the outside, and return to storage.
Verify correct caps (color/type) have been brought over to the line by comparing label on box of caps to item number on batch ticket. Initial batch ticket once caps have been verified.
Ensure enough caps have been pulled to the line to maintain production efficiency.
Visually check cans for lot codes, properly placed tips, and absence of chemical residue or water before capping.
Remove any cans with wrinkled or crooked labels to be reworked.
Close and tape box of caps upon completion of an order, place a “PARTIAL” sticker on the outside, and return to storage.
Verify correct boxes have been brought over to the line by comparing item numbers on box to item numbers on batch ticket. Initial batch ticket once boxes have been verified.
Ensure boxes are labeled with appropriate labels and apply them evenly.
Ensure lot code has correct number and is turned on to place lot codes on all boxes. Ensure lot code is clear and legible.
Add dividers when required and pack cans into boxes ensuring all caps remain on cans.
Run packed box through tape machine, ensuring box is sealed properly.
Pack boxes onto pallet according to established stack patterns.
Apply the pallet tag with the quantity of cases recorded upon completion of a pallet.

Nice To Haves

High school or equivalent preferred.
Experience working on a production line desired.
Forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Verify correct cans are pulled for order and maintain a consistent flow of cans to the aerosol lines by loading the can table.
Verify filled cans weight after coming out of the gas house and checking cans for leaks as they go through the water bath.
Responsible for inserting tips (actuators) into aerosol valves during production and assuming other related duties.
Responsible for placing caps onto aerosol cans during production and assuming other duties as necessary, such as labeling and packing.
Responsible for placing filled aerosol cans into boxes and/or stacking onto pallets.
Ensure that all Personal Protective Equipment requirements are met.
As time allows, assist in final assembly of product.
Verify with supervisor as to end of production.
Keep area clean and organized.
Report any problems to the supervisor immediately.
Any other duties or projects which may be assigned by the Supervisor.