Operator - 3rd Shift with 4-Day Workweek!

Vandor Corporation•Richmond, IN

About The Position

The Corewinder Operator sets up and operates a spiral tube winder line that winds and seals layers of paper around a mandrel with glue to make paper logs, then cuts the logs to length to create cores. The work includes setting up and shutting down equipment, adjusting mandrels and ply angles, maintaining glue pots and the saw or knife blade, troubleshooting, and producing paper tubes to established quality standards. This position reports directly to the Core Winding Supervisor. The role operates on a 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. Monday-through-Thursday schedule (four 10-hour shifts). It is performed in a fast-paced manufacturing environment that is not temperature regulated. Required personal protective equipment is determined by the hazard analysis for the position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience operating machines in a manufacturing setting.
Ability to use handheld measuring devices, including accurately using a micrometer.
Ability to work at a fast pace with a high level of attention to detail.
Ability to follow detailed instructions.
Ability to understand and use blueprints.
Mechanical aptitude.
Must be trained and certified to operate a forklift.
Valid driver's license and good driving record.
Ability to lift, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds consistently, with heavier weights necessary at times.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist frequently for extended periods and move throughout the facility.
Manual and finger dexterity and hand-arm steadiness, including the ability to use both hands for packing.
Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.

Responsibilities

Tend the winding machine at various processing stages as a member of a crew.
Remove spindles from dolly positions and place them in the winding machine using a power hoist.
Pull the sheet end through the winder and secure it to an empty spindle with tape.
Start the machine and regulate winder speed to maintain even winding.
Measure, space, and set blades and cutters according to product specifications.
Adjust machine tension rolls and set the yardage counter using hand tools.
Examine material for pinholes using a magnifying glass.
Stop the machine when splices reach the winder, indicating the end of a roll.
Tear or cut spliced sections, tape sheet ends to prevent unwinding, and remove full spindles from machines.
Calculate dimensions or tolerances using instruments such as calipers.
Record pinhole and other imperfection locations on a card and attach it to the full spindle.
Stop the machine when necessary to cut out designated defective sections.
Dispose of scrap and waste material in accordance with company policies and environmental regulations.
Inspect workstations to support safety and optimize tools and processes.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Follow company policies and procedures and maintain regular, predictable attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.