Converting Technician - 3rd Shift

Oliver Healthcare Packaging•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

The Converting Technician sets up and operates converting packaging equipment to assemble packaging products for disposable medical device packaging markets. The role follows established work procedures and customer specifications, installs and aligns tooling and auxiliary equipment, inspects finished products, performs specification checks, and supports productivity, quality, safety, and housekeeping requirements. Technicians also complete production and labor reports and may present information about medical packaging products or the converting process. The role works in a controlled manufacturing environment and may involve extended periods of standing, manufacturing and printing equipment with moving parts and cutters, materials and handling equipment, and manufacturing odors. Hairnets, beard nets, and smocks are required; hearing protection is recommended. The position is listed for the third shift, 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or trade school certification, specialized training or apprenticeship, and/or equivalent education in electronics, engineering technology, or another equivalent field.
At least 1 year of related experience in fabricating machine operations or related machinery in a related business.
Ability to work within a team and independently in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to handle multiple assignments in a timely manner and meet deadlines.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under limited supervision.
Ability to read and follow detailed instructions and understand documents and drawings.
Basic mathematical aptitude and ability to accurately read a measuring rule.
Ability to work safely with materials and equipment and follow directions.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods while performing duties.

Nice To Haves

Zero to three years of manufacturing technician experience.
Medical device experience.
Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, and basic Excel use for data analysis.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret data, documents, safety rules, manuals, operating instructions, procedures, and maintenance materials.
Ability to write clearly and concisely and speak effectively, present information, and respond to questions.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate converting equipment by following established work procedures and instructions.
Read and understand converting customer specifications.
Mount plates and dies and secure assemblies in the machine bed.
Install and align auxiliary equipment, including punches, secondary dies, edge guides, and eye block readers.
Clean dies and return them to the storage area.
Check samples of finished products and inspect them for imperfections.
Perform required specification checks according to relevant documentation.
Meet or exceed productivity and quality requirements.
Complete daily and weekly production and labor reporting paperwork.
Perform required 5S and housekeeping duties to maintain a safe and organized work area.
Deliver presentations to individuals or groups on medical packaging products or the converting process.
Conduct or participate in 5S and safety audits, implement corrective actions, and inspect product.
Work with assemblers and other non-technical personnel, and teach or coach others.