Assistant Operator - Gluing - Day Shift (3 Day/12 Hour)

a6204b15-477f-48ea-a2e4-df09f28e9185•Chattanooga, TN

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Operator - Gluing learns to safely set up and operate a folder/gluer machine in accordance with the apprenticeship training plan and learning objectives. Working with an assigned trainer, the assistant operator builds proficiency in critical operator tasks and helps produce high-quality packaging and products at a consistent rate that meets machine standards and production goals. The role is based at the Amnicola Plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on the Red Team day shift, scheduled for three 12-hour days from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM EST. Successful completion of the training program requires flexibility to move to an evening off shift. The role requires learning machine operation, product and customer quality specifications, production documentation, troubleshooting, minor repairs, routine cleaning, and operator preventative maintenance. Team members follow SCT’s shared Core Values and operating principles: Trustworthy, Servant-Hearted, Relational, and Resourceful.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least three months of related experience and/or training.
Basic computer skills and ability to learn and use computer software.
Mechanical ability and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to read and understand documents and letters, and write legibly in English.
Ability to understand and speak clearly, communicate, and understand directions in English as needed.
Flexibility to move to an evening off shift after successful completion of the training program.

Responsibilities

Learn and perform the critical responsibilities of the Operator position within the timeframes and learning objectives of the apprenticeship training plan, under the instruction of an assigned trainer.
Operate the folder/gluer machine safely and consistently while following standard operating procedures; report safety or performance issues involving the machine or crew to the Supervisor or trainer.
Learn to start and stop the machine safely, make adjustments, and produce different products to required measurements, alignments, production speeds, and quality standards.
Learn and follow SCT quality procedures and customer specifications; work with the crew to ensure folding, gluing, packaging, labeling, and stacking meet requirements; identify scrap defects and report discrepancies or concerns.
Review the previous shift’s report for job status, equipment issues, and the production schedule.
Record productivity and production data, complete production reports, enter job comments in the manufacturing computer system, and set up and use scanners as needed.
Observe and assist feeder packers to ensure cases meet customer specifications for count and placement; provide instruction and guide their activities when necessary.
Learn to troubleshoot issues encountered with different product styles or substrates and develop skills to diagnose and assist with minor repairs or machine malfunctions.
Learn and perform operator cleaning and preventative maintenance responsibilities.
Ensure defective finished products are scrapped and discarded properly, following procedures to minimize waste.
Communicate with team members during the shift and at shift change; collaborate with Quality Technicians and the Supervisor to obtain approvals and maintain quality standards.
Seek out and adopt process updates, procedures, and innovations that improve operational efficiency and safety.
Develop skills to produce product safely while minimizing downtime.
Maintain a clean work environment in accordance with the Food Safety and 5S program.
Follow safety policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions, and guidelines; use situational awareness to identify unsafe behaviors and conditions, and wear appropriate PPE.
Assist other departments or positions with duties as assigned.