APS Operator

''•Appleton, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The APS Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining the APS/Raque forming machine. The APS Operator must operate equipment in a safe manner, while maintaining quality specifications and production standards set by each line. This role works in a manufacturing environment with potential exposure to loud noises, strong odors, temperature fluctuations, moving machinery, wet or humid conditions, hazardous chemicals, high or confined areas, extreme temperatures, and vibration throughout various facility areas. This role also regularly engages in prolonged standing, walking, communicating, and sensory tasks throughout each shift, while frequently handling objects, climbing, balancing, and performing various physical movements such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling as part of job duties. The use of close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
2+ years of experience operating machinery in manufacturing required, experience working in food manufacturing strongly preferred.
Maintains a continuous learning mindset and adapts quickly to new equipment, processes, and roles.
Demonstrates strong technical ability with a digital-first approach, embracing new technologies and accurately entering data.
Communicates clearly with all levels of the organization, follows instructions (written/oral/diagram form), and completes necessary documentation independently in English.
Pays close attention to detail, prioritizing product quality, safety, and accurate record-keeping.
Physically capable of meeting job requirements and consistently brings a positive, team-focused attitude to work.
Demonstrates adaptability, technical proficiency, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills while working independently or collaboratively to ensure effective and logical decision-making in diverse situations.
Demonstrates the physical capability to bend frequently and lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds), alongside proficiency in safely operating Powered Industrial Vehicles to support workplace operations.

Responsibilities

Operate the forming machine according to training, competency guidelines, and production schedules, including performing pre-start checks, test runs, and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
Conduct regular maintenance, sanitation, and minor repairs, ensuring equipment safety guards are in place and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
Perform quality control checks (e.g., slug weight, knock-out/mold plate tests) and complete operator checklists to verify product specifications.
Coordinate operational issues and work duties with supervisors, line leaders, maintenance, and other relevant departments, including assisting with changeovers and acting as a backup when needed.
Manage raw materials (ordering, issuing, returning), operate machinery (forklift, walkie rider), follow GMP and safety guidelines, and cross-train in production areas for optimal machine efficiency.