US - Castline Assistant Operator - 12hr Day Shift

IPG•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Join the IPG Team! Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions-we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
2+ Years in a Manufacturing environment / machine operator experience preferred.
Intermediate math skills and English written communication skills necessary.
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours at a time required
Ability to work in space limited work area on continuous basis.
Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs on a consistent basis
General computer knowledge and experience handling paperwork
Effective interpersonal skills
Ability to perform the physical aspects of the role following recommended practices, with an emphasis on safety and injury prevention
Inventory experience preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible to set-up, operate and troubleshoot equipment and processes.
Ensure first offs are completed as per technical specifications.
Ensure changeover is completed as per standard.
Monitors and adjusts machine controls and guides to achieve product meets specification requirements
Ensure equipment and set-up parameters are established, followed, and improved.
Maintain blending system
Coaching and mentoring of assistants and helpers by providing clear and precise instructions, if assigned
Ensure materials required for changeover are available and secured prior to set-ups.
Ensure product is packed and identified as per specifications.
Ensure accurate inventory and effective control of materials and supplies.
Ensure work-center's downtime is minimized by ensuring proper equipment set-ups, material is present prior to changeover and report lack of raw materials, tooling and / or equipment issues to the appropriate personnel.
Oversee the assistants and helpers/packers and provide clear and precise instructions to them.
Completes required paperwork on a consistent basis meeting time requirement were necessary
Keeps area and line clean and adheres to the 5S program
All duties outlined in the assistant job description.
All other duties as assigned.