EFP - 3rd shift General Production

EFP•Elkhart, IN

About The Position

EFP is hiring for general production roles on the third shift, scheduled from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., Sunday through Thursday. Roles include Press Operator, Packer, and Tender. Press Operators operate molding and packaging machines, meet supervisor-set cycle times, inspect and package products, and report machine malfunctions. Packers inspect parts, ensure correct packaging and labels, maintain accurate counts, and help clean the plant. Tenders operate packaging equipment, secure finished items, replenish supplies, remove waste, and supply press operator lines. The Press Operator and Tender report to the Production Supervisor. The position involves 40 or more hours per week and physical work including prolonged standing and lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items weighing up to 35 pounds. Required PPE includes steel or composite shoes, safety glasses, and earplugs, along with continuous safety training. EFP offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Reading, writing, and mathematics skills.
Ability to stand for long periods and walk.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 35 pounds.
Ability to stoop, bend, crouch, and reach.
Wear steel or composite shoes, safety glasses, and earplugs.
Participate in continuous safety training.

Responsibilities

Operate molding, packaging, or wrapping machines as assigned, maintaining required production pace and operating procedures.
Run two presses when required by the job.
Remove finished packaged items from machines and separate rejected items.
Regulate wrapping machine flow, speed, and temperature.
Stop or reset wrapping machines when malfunctions occur and report malfunctions to a supervisor.
Secure finished packaged items by hand tying, sewing, gluing, stapling, or attaching a fastener.
Replenish packaging supplies, including wrapping paper, plastic sheet, boxes, cartons, labels, and glue.
Inspect parts for quality, including fill, fusion, and post-expansion.
Identify the proper packaging container and ensure it is labeled correctly.
Maintain an accurate count of parts per container and complete required paperwork.
Remove production waste and perform plant cleanup as directed.
Stack products and provide press operator lines with needed supplies.
Participate in required 5S/PPS activities as directed by the Team Leader.
Perform other duties as assigned.