Changeover Mechanic

Sabert Corporation•Fort Wayne, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Sabert is a leading global manufacturer of innovative food packaging products and solutions, founded in 1983 with the purpose of reinventing food packaging to nourish and protect our world. We design, manufacture, and distribute a wide spectrum of packaging solutions for various clients including food distributors, restaurants & caterers, grocery stores, national food chains, and consumer entertaining. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. Sabert Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Requirements

Must be able to communicate effectively in English
An in-depth, detailed knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical processes (thermoforming or previous changeover experience preferred).
Analytically oriented to troubleshoot and establish root cause of problems.
Qualified fork truck operator
High school diploma or equivalent trade school diploma
Candidate who is mechanically inclined
Must be currently authorized to work legally in the United States for Sabert.

Nice To Haves

3 years’ experience in machine maintenance in the plastics industry.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the entire set-up, from last part produced to first part approved after change over.
Capable of changing over and starting up every piece of equipment in the facility.
Work safely and follow all GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) rules.
Monitor the condition of the equipment and report any damage to maintenance.
Prepare reports and paperwork as required.
Complete changeover of each line in a timely manner to minimize downtime.
Troubleshoot problems upon startup of a line and correct any issues as they occur.
Perform job safely, productively, and produce quality product.
Responsible for the entire tool set up of the line including meeting housekeeping and “Good Manufacturing Procedures”.
Perform job effectively and efficiently.
Meet production volume expectations posted daily.
Exhibit team work.
Ensure statistics are recorded completely and accurately daily.
Learn the job requirements based on company expectations.
Follow company policies and procedures.
Inspect tools before installation, and after removal, to insure all parts are in good working condition.
Report on tool performance (initiate tool Work Order form); report any deviation from standard to ensure good performance.
Perform repairs to installed Tooling to ensure down time is minimized, able to meet Schedule.
Responsible for quality of parts coming off Thermoformers, especially related to knife set-ups, Match Metal Set-ups, and proper forming.
Clearly establish the proper process parameters for every production item.
Ensures that Safety switches and guards are always in place and working.
Maintain all thermoforming areas used for changeovers neat and organized.
Report any unsafe conditions to the Supervisor immediately upon discovery.
Complete Maintenance Work Orders, report work done, parts used, and time spent on each job.
Fill out the daily time sheet as to tasks performed and time spent on job.
When production process permits, assist maintenance department in whatever activity needed.
Assist Production Manager in any tasks that may be required at the time.
Must be able and willing to train operators in basic safety and operating procedures.