General Helper

Veritiv Corporation • Los Angeles, CA

121d

About The Position

CorruKraft Los Angeles is seeking a General Helper. The Assistant Machine Operator is responsible for assisting the Machine Operator with all activities associated with the safe and efficient operation of production machines including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations to meet customer demand. Be aware of and comply with Safety rules, operating procedures, and help hold co-workers accountable for safety related items. Always follow GMPs (Good Manufacturing Processes) and comply with quality procedures and policies. Attention to detail is key to ensuring product meets specifications and customer requirements. Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating at or above target speed. Work towards continual improvement of set up and downtime. Identify and address mechanical concerns and report to Production Supervisor or Production Manager or Plant Mechanical Tech/Specialist. Ensure proper housekeeping and cleaning of work areas – keep work area clean and free of tripping hazards during shift and end of shift cleaning of the area. Learn and understand capability and capacity of machine and drive continual improvement in efficiencies and limit waste and downtime. Do not sacrifice quality for machine speeds – maintain excellent quality and efficiencies with minimal downtime. Train and assist Machine Helpers and Production Utility with job duties on the machine. Understand the computer controls and entering of production information required for machine operation. Complete necessary paperwork / computer data entry in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: labor confirmations, spoilage reports, Safety checklists, Quality checklists. Assist with preventive maintenance completing assigned tasks weekly. Turn in maintenance work order requests to supervision for needed repairs on the machine or machines. Be proactive in the maintenance and housekeeping of equipment. Switch duties with co-workers, as necessary to promote learning. Promote an environment of continual education. Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping. Adhere to production schedule. Make recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, and service goals. Report any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor. Must be able to work 1st or 2nd shift and overtime as necessary, sometimes on short notice. We serve our customers 24x7 – 365 days a year and sometimes work on holidays is not avoidable. Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-3 years’ experience in the packaging industry (paper, plastics, converting).

Responsibilities

• Assist the Machine Operator with setup, operation, and cleanup of production machines.
• Comply with safety rules and operating procedures.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Processes (GMPs).
• Ensure product meets specifications and customer requirements.
• Maximize equipment utilization by operating at or above target speed.
• Work towards continual improvement of setup and downtime.
• Identify and address mechanical concerns and report to supervisors.
• Maintain proper housekeeping and cleanliness of work areas.
• Learn machine capabilities and drive improvements in efficiency.
• Train and assist Machine Helpers and Production Utility.
• Complete necessary paperwork and computer data entry accurately.
• Assist with preventive maintenance tasks.
• Turn in maintenance work order requests for repairs.
• Promote a culture of continual education and learning.
• Adhere to production schedules and report scheduling issues.

Benefits

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups.
• Extensive training opportunities and professional development programs.
• Collaborative atmosphere with customers and suppliers.
• Healthcare benefits.
• 401k with match starting from the date of hire.
• Paid time off and parental bonding time.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Annual Profit-Sharing Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees