Finishing Operator

Tetra Pak - Denton, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Denton, TX

Paper Manufacturing

About the position

At Tetra Pak, we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good - protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day. We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to make an impact to be proud of - for food, people and the planet. We are seeking a Finishing Operator to be responsible for operating equipment in the slitting, doctoring and palletizing areas. This role requires a strong understanding of safety and quality procedure, as well as effective communication with the lead to ensure high levels of productivity and product quality. Attention to detail, efficiency, and a commitment to operational excellence are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming coated stock for damage and proper paperwork.
• Make timely and correct entries in data recording system.
• Properly prepare splices from roll to roll with a greater than 96% success rate.
• Perform labeling of finished reels accurately.
• Stage and remove reels from the machine as well as empty scrap material from waste bins.
• Properly prepare material coming off the Slitter for transport, including removal of quality samples.
• Demonstrate the ability to prepare splices, load rolls and unload reels in a safe manner.
• Proactively maintain work area in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Understand and be able to perform all Quality Control checks without assistance.
• Ability to train all the functions to less experienced personnel.
• Participate in (and/or lead) teams in support of World Class Manufacturing initiatives to address and improve deficiencies.
• Operate around heavy equipment in a safe and reliable manner.
• Recognize equipment issues; take necessary corrective action, including shutting the machine down and requesting equipment maintenance and/or support.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Preferred
• Prior production/manufacturing machine operation experience preferred
• Basic machine maintenance skills
• Quality inspection and machine systems handling
• Intermediate computer skills
• Dependability and reliability
• Basic math skills, basic reading comprehension
• Ability to read, understand and comply with work directions, training manuals, safety rules, standard operating procedures, and World Class Manufacturing processes.

Benefits

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401 k plan with company match and employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid leaves and more.