Lay-up Operator (2nd shift)

Sioux Manufacturing•Fort Totten, ND

About The Position

The Lay-up Operator follows documented processes and procedures to use heat and pressure to convert sheeted material into molded products. The position determines the quantities of raw materials to prepare, lay up, and mold; documents and identifies generated materials and products; and produces quality products in accordance with Sioux Manufacturing standards and documented client requirements. Employees are expected to act professionally, respect company values and policies, and contribute to a positive, cooperative team environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Pass a basic operation test after the training period, covering program loading, proper startup and shutdown, materials alignment, and blade assessment or replacement.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to use hands and arms to handle, install, position, and move materials and manipulate objects as required by operating procedures.
Ability to control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes.
Ability to recognize product or process changes and differences, and to use judgment to assess compliance with procedures, quality standards, and documented client requirements.
Ability to compile, calculate, verify, and record information and data.
Effective communication with coworkers, supervisors, and management.
Ability to use logic and reasoning to assess problems and alternative solutions.
Ability to manage time and cooperate with coworkers.

Nice To Haves

Three to six months of manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Follow applicable work instructions and processes, including work orders, travelers, MPS documents, engineer directives, and other documented instructions.
Report on assigned work orders and maintain required paperwork and material traceability, including panel markings.
Check caul sheets for damage, clean and prepare them for molding, and unload caul sheets and panels after each cycle.
Identify the proper release plies and materials required by the MPS; stack and align sheeted material, stage it, and verify alignment and stops.
Prepare lay-up tables using tacky tape, breather cloth, and peel ply, and lay up material as directed by the MPS or travelers.
Operate the oven controller as instructed; clean stops and apply Frekote after each run.
Measure and record product characteristics and operational or production data as required.
Monitor material and work-area information, identify and document equipment, material, process, or product problems, and communicate issues to appropriate personnel.
Submit completed parts to Quality Assurance for inspection and approval in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Evaluate material and product quality, follow safety procedures, and properly maintain production equipment.
Keep work areas clean and free of safety hazards, and assist others in the process as needed.
Develop goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and complete work; fulfill assigned responsibilities reliably and persist through obstacles.
Work cooperatively with others, communicate effectively, accept criticism calmly, adapt to workplace changes, and maintain professional and ethical conduct.
Perform general maintenance related to loading and unloading the machine.
Listen attentively, monitor performance and machine indicators, take corrective action or make improvements as appropriate, and manage time effectively.
Perform other duties and work in other areas as assigned by the production supervisor.