EFP - 2nd shift General Production

EFP•Elkhart, IN

About The Position

EFP is hiring for general production roles on the second shift, Monday through Friday, from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Roles include Press Operator, Packer, and Tender. Press Operators operate molding and packaging machines at supervisor-established cycle times, inspect products, package and label items, maintain counts and paperwork, and participate in required 5S/PPS activities. Packers inspect parts for quality, select and label the proper containers, maintain accurate counts, clean the plant as required, complete paperwork, and participate in 5S/PPS activities. Tenders operate packaging equipment, remove and secure completed products, replenish supplies, remove production waste, and complete paperwork and required 5S/PPS activities. The position reports to the Production Supervisor where specified. Work involves 40 or more hours per week and physical activities including prolonged standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, crouching, and reaching. Required protective equipment includes steel or composite shoes, safety glasses, and earplugs. Continuous safety training is required. EFP offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Reading, writing, and mathematics ability.
Able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 35 pounds.
Able to stand for long periods and perform walking, stooping, bending, crouching, and reaching.
Wear steel or composite shoes, safety glasses, and earplugs.
Participate in continuous safety training.

Responsibilities

Operate or tend molding and packaging machines and meet supervisor-set cycle times where applicable.
Remove finished packaged products from machines and separate rejected items.
Regulate packaging machine flow, speed, or temperature; stop or reset equipment when malfunctions occur and report them to a supervisor.
Secure finished packaged items by tying, sewing, gluing, stapling, or attaching a fastener.
Replenish packaging supplies, including wrapping materials, boxes, cartons, labels, and glue.
Inspect parts for quality, including fill, fusion, and post-expansion.
Identify the correct packaging container, ensure packages are properly labeled, and maintain accurate counts per container.
Remove production waste, keep work areas clean, and perform plant cleanup as required.
Complete required paperwork and follow machinery operating procedures.
Participate in required 5S/PPS activities as directed by the Team Leader.
Stack products and provide press operator lines with needed supplies where applicable.
Perform other duties as assigned.