Converting Utility

International Paper•El Paso, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Converting Utility position is responsible for setting up, running, and cleaning printing converting equipment. This role reports to the converting shift supervisor and follows the direction of the assigned press operator. The primary duties involve assisting with press operations, maintaining quality and production standards, and performing various setup, cleanup, and inspection tasks.

Requirements

Ability to perform the duties/responsibilities of the job with or without accommodation.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to accurately read a measuring tape and ruler.
Ability to use basic shop math.
Ability to learn.
Ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as a member of a team.
Qualifications evaluated by converting supervisors.

Responsibilities

Set up, run, and clean printing converting equipment.
Report to the converting shift supervisor and follow the direction of the press operator.
Follow all safety rules and practices.
Learn customer requirements and specifications by reading factory work orders, print cards, and design specifications.
Coordinate activities with other machine crew members to efficiently set up and run orders.
Maintain quality and production standards.
Perform set up functions as directed by the operator, including attaching cutting dies, zeroing and operating the machine, setting the prefeeder, stacker, and counter-ejector, recovering ink, washing ink filters, installing inks, cleaning and adjusting the glue application system, and completing paperwork.
Continuously monitor the quality and quantity of production.
Prepare for set ups and runs by obtaining protection sheets, tooling, ink, and other supplies, and tearing apart pallet cards.
Perform assigned clean up functions, such as blowing down the machine, wiping off shafts, cleaning ink systems, vacuuming and sweeping the machine area, and picking up and siding miscellaneous scrap.
Perform minor cutting die repairs.
Perform quality inspections and tests, and record findings.
Learn press operator duties and responsibilities.
Follow prescribed practices in all circumstances.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.
Count and stack finished product.
Read factory orders.