E-Machine Operator Apprentice

INNOVIZE & XCEL SCIENTIFIC•Vadnais Heights, MN

15d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for operating die-cutting press machines to cut out parts to a specified size and shape per documentation. Responsible for setup and changeover of various rotary die-cut presses and auxiliary equipment. Performs process adjustments within a specified operating window on press machines to produce high-quality parts from different product sheets by performing the following duties. Essential Job Functions: Performs machine setup and changeovers per company documentation/procedure. Efficiently operates various presses with minimal waste. Perform quality inspections per Quality Department procedures, engineering drawings, and documentation. Troubleshoot die-cutting, lamination, and printing issues. Update production job logs accurately and timely. Propose and implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs and maximize operational/manufacturing efficiencies across the department. Perform preventative maintenance on equipment per engineering procedures and ensure charts or logs are up to date. Conforms to Good Manufacturing Practices and comply with all departmental Standard Operating Procedures. Communicate with the appropriate packaging and quality team members frequently to ensure the machine produces quality parts. Visually checks parts at the machine for cosmetic and dimensional defects with the ability to read and interpret part print and/or drawings. Communicates with counterpart operator for oncoming/outgoing shift to exchange pertinent information regarding scheduling, processes, and part quality. Prepare and maintain manufacturing records as required by procedures. Monitor equipment performance and initiate repair requests. Maintains good attendance in accordance with company guidelines. Adheres to all company health and safety policies and procedures. Assist other areas of production as needed. Maintains cleanliness of press machines and support equipment. Works proactively to promote teamwork within all company levels and communicates effectively and professionally with supervisors, managers, co-workers, and vendors/guests.

Requirements

High School plus job-related course/certification
Minimum 1-year experience working with or around machinery.
Demonstrated ability to understand measurements of parts utilizing calipers, eye lops, and other measurement devices.
Good math skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, managers, co-workers, and vendors/guests
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret English written documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and basic clean room production.
Good knowledge of press machines and associated equipment.
Basic knowledge of different polymers, foils, and materials.
Basic knowledge of electricity and circuits.
Basic computer skills needed.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook)
Basic understanding of quality methods and procedures.
Basic use and understanding of rulers, calipers, eye loops, and other inspection equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in setting up/teardown and operating rotary die-cut machines is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Performs machine setup and changeovers per company documentation/procedure.
Efficiently operates various presses with minimal waste.
Perform quality inspections per Quality Department procedures, engineering drawings, and documentation.
Troubleshoot die-cutting, lamination, and printing issues.
Update production job logs accurately and timely.
Propose and implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs and maximize operational/manufacturing efficiencies across the department.
Perform preventative maintenance on equipment per engineering procedures and ensure charts or logs are up to date.
Conforms to Good Manufacturing Practices and comply with all departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
Communicate with the appropriate packaging and quality team members frequently to ensure the machine produces quality parts.
Visually checks parts at the machine for cosmetic and dimensional defects with the ability to read and interpret part print and/or drawings.
Communicates with counterpart operator for oncoming/outgoing shift to exchange pertinent information regarding scheduling, processes, and part quality.
Prepare and maintain manufacturing records as required by procedures.
Monitor equipment performance and initiate repair requests.
Maintains good attendance in accordance with company guidelines.
Adheres to all company health and safety policies and procedures.
Assist other areas of production as needed.
Maintains cleanliness of press machines and support equipment.
Works proactively to promote teamwork within all company levels and communicates effectively and professionally with supervisors, managers, co-workers, and vendors/guests.