Forklift Operator/Machine Operator

Silgan Containers•Champaign, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging and Inventory Technician (PIT) is responsible for covering a variety of duties involving the final packaging and staging of product and storage of finished goods. A PIT I employee must be forklift certified and will transport materials, supplies, and products between designated areas on plant grounds. The PIT I employee is responsible for setting up and operating packaging and labeling equipment, making minor repairs, and adjusting machine settings to specifications. The PIT I employee will respond to robot and AGV alarms, resolving minor issues. The PIT I employee will prepare cartons for odd-sized boxes prior to them entering the carton sealer.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Six to twelve months related experience with forklifts and/or manufacturing equipment.
Ability to read and comprehend production schedule
Knowledge and understanding of OSHA 1910.178 and ANSI B56.5 (Powered Industrial Trucks and Automated Guided Vehicles).
Basic mechanical aptitude.
Capable of observing machine functions to understand how they work.
Skilled with hand tools such as pliers, wrenches, allen wrenches, screw drivers, and other small hand tools.
Able to troubleshoot and repair minor mechanical problems as well as identify mechanical wear or functional issues with equipment.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, checklists, operating instructions, and computer screens.
Ability to speak effectively with all team members and supervisors.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Knowledge of ProTraQ.
Must be comfortable with wirelessly connected handheld devices (scanners, tablets, key fobs).
Ability to navigate and use Windows and internet-based applications (AGV, robot controls, conveyor controls).
Basic computer skills.
Current driver's license and Forklift Certification

Nice To Haves

Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; displays understanding of how job relates to others.
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
Keeps others adequately informed.
Offers assistance and support to co-workers.
Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit.
Follows policies and procedures; supports the organization's goals and values.
Takes responsibility for own actions.
Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.
Completes work in a timely manner.
Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
Resolving all AGV alarms and identifying causes
Able to identify conveying issues that cause damaged boxes
Troubleshoot and resolve all setup-related issues for label printing and placement
Consistently assists others in the area who are falling behind
Efficient in pallet put-away
Thorough understanding of the inventory system and how to get the information they need to resolve inventory inaccuracies.
Minor maintenance and upkeep of the area and equipment.
Operates all of the required equipment in an efficient and effective manner. (Uncuffer, Top Sealer, label applicators, Robopac wrappers, conveyors, robotic palletizer, AGVs)
Rarely needs outside assistance besides true mechanical or electrical failures.

Responsibilities

Using a forklift truck provides raw material to different locations throughout the production area and is also efficient in pallet put-away.
Labels pallet and verifies the carton label.
Operates stretch wrap machines and delivers the final product to the warehouse location.
Takes out trash, distributes recyclables, and operates the baler and compactor.
Runs inventory report to determine material needs and resolves inventory inaccuracies.
Records data accurately into the computer.
Loads label printers and makes adjustments and minor repairs when necessary.
Operates the chain hoist to change rolls.
Loads boxes, bags, and tape onto the machine and makes adjustments and minor repairs when necessary.
Observes product quality.
Regularly cleans pinchers to ensure packaging quality.
Identifies conveying issues that cause damaged boxes.
Reads and navigates the tablet for instruction.
Inspects, recharges, and replaces batteries of electric industrial trucks and AGV’s.
Manually places or adjusts pallets when needed.
Monitors robot settings and responds to alarms.
Resolves all AGV alarms and identifies causes.
Communicates with team and shift supervisors.
Assists other PIT crew members wherever needed.
Keeps work area clean and organized.
Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
Complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety, and HACCP Pre-requisite Programs related to activities performed for this position.