EFP - 1st shift General Production

JB Pointdexter & Co•Elkhart, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

General Production Roles include Press Operator, Packer, and Tender. Press Operators are responsible for operating molding machines at a pace that meets the cycle times set by the supervisor. Packers must be able to check parts to ensure they meet quality standards and package them correctly with proper labels. Tenders are responsible for operating packaging equipment, removing completed bundles, and securing finished items according to work instructions. All roles require strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and effective communication with coworkers. The positions report directly to the Production Supervisor.

Requirements

Age requirement: 18+ years of age.
Reading
Writing
Mathematics

Responsibilities

Tend to machine(s) that packages product
Must be able to run 2 presses when the job requires
Remove finished packaged items from the machine and separate rejected items.
Regulate wrapping machine flow, speed, and/or temperature.
Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur on the wrapping machine and report malfunctions to a supervisor.
Secure finished packaged items by hand tying, sewing, gluing, stapling, or attaching a fastener.
Replenish packaging supplies, such as wrapping paper, plastic sheet, boxes, cartons, labels, glue, etc.
Remove waste from the production areas to improve productivity.
Maintain and follow the operating procedures of machinery
Inspect parts for quality, such as fill, fusion, post-expansion, etc.
Identify the proper packaging container and ensure the packaged container is properly labeled
Maintain an accurate count per container
Complete any required paperwork
Other duties as assigned
Participate in all required 5S/PPS activities as directed by the Team Leader
Perform plant clean-up as required by the Team Leader
Providing press operator lines with needed supplies.