Braider Operator - Off Shift

Parker•Alliance, NE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary SUMMARY OF POSITION : Operator is responsible for setting up and operating the reinforcement machines (Braid Machines). ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : 1. When setting up machines and running hose, operators will follow the standard work instructions. 2. Operator must organize, coordinate, and monitor multiple machines as they are running to ensure a quality product. 3. Operator will prioritize job duties based on information obtained from Work Leader/Value Stream Team Leader and/or braid set-up sheet. 4. Operator will communicate with Material Handler when needing supplies. 5. Operator will diagnose and troubleshoot minor problems to prevent serious mechanical failures and communicate with Maintenance when needed. 6. Operator will monitor the flow of production and check the schedule (via cards or Made to Order) to know what the current run is and what the future run(s) will be. DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/ NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures in a manner that eliminates risk to health and the environment. Notify leadership of unsafe conditions or practices unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk. Report all safety and/or environmental incidents to leadership immediately. Prevent excess waste of product and/or components by operating the equipment in an efficient manner. Maintain production schedules. Participate in peer-based teams (i.e., Natural High Performance Teams), and work with groups to initiate and implement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5-S. Other duties may be assigned later. DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Basic computer skills - Microsoft Office package
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
Ability to work well in a team environment
Employee must pass Pre-employment screening

Nice To Haves

Production work preferred but not required
Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Basic knowledge and use of hand tools
Sound decision making skills
Good math, reading, writing skills
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
Mental and visual acuity for production of quality product
Strong trouble shooting skills

Responsibilities

Setting up and operating the reinforcement machines (Braid Machines)
Following standard work instructions when setting up machines and running hose
Organizing, coordinating, and monitoring multiple machines as they are running to ensure a quality product
Prioritizing job duties based on information obtained from Work Leader/Value Stream Team Leader and/or braid set-up sheet
Communicating with Material Handler when needing supplies
Diagnosing and troubleshooting minor problems to prevent serious mechanical failures and communicate with Maintenance when needed
Monitoring the flow of production and check the schedule (via cards or Made to Order) to know what the current run is and what the future run(s) will be
Working safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures in a manner that eliminates risk to health and the environment
Notifying leadership of unsafe conditions or practices unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk
Reporting all safety and/or environmental incidents to leadership immediately
Preventing excess waste of product and/or components by operating the equipment in an efficient manner
Maintaining production schedules
Participating in peer-based teams (i.e., Natural High Performance Teams), and work with groups to initiate and implement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5-S