Machine/Equipment Operator

ITW•Newburyport, MA

About The Position

ITW Specialty Films, a division of Illinois Tool Works Inc., designs, manufactures, and markets specialized holographic films for consumer packaging, trading cards, and lottery markets under the ShineMark brand. The Machine/Equipment Operator operates and sets up machinery that applies embossed holographic images and slits rolls of film. The operator monitors production, inspects materials and finished product, makes machine adjustments and changeovers, performs quality checks, records production information, and handles materials. The role also involves cleaning equipment, using production computers, following hazardous-material requirements when working with solvents, and cross-training on equipment used by other teams. This position works Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with willingness to work overtime and weekends every other week.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Good judgment.
Basic computer skills.
Willingness to learn and flexibility to work in other departments as assigned.
Ability to adapt to a challenging and demanding work environment.
Ability to complete a respiratory clearance exam and use a respirator as needed for certain job duties.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 65 pounds as needed.
Must agree to comply with the campus's 100% non-smoking policy.
Must be willing to work overtime and weekends every other week.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing environment and/or mechanical aptitude.
Experience with 5S.

Responsibilities

Read the production schedule to determine the timing of machine changeovers and runs.
Ensure sufficient inventory is available for production.
Start and stop machines using machine control panels.
Align or fasten machine parts, including rollers and blades, using hand tools.
Thread or feed film through rollers and adjust machine temperature, speed, and product flow rate.
Monitor machine operation and product for defects or deviations from specifications, making adjustments as needed.
Record production quantities according to SOPs and job orders, and perform quality control checks on products and materials.
Consult with the Team Lead or technical staff about questionable items.
Perform required machine changeovers and adjust slit width.
Load and unload materials from machine unwind and rewind components.
Monitor embossing processes, inspect material for visible defects, and adjust machines when necessary.
Clean machines and parts between production runs, one or several times per shift.
Handle, load, unload, pack, and transport products and machine parts using carts, pallet jacks, or a forklift/fork truck.
Operate and drive a forklift/fork truck.
Use computer equipment to print production run sheets and labels and perform QA testing.
Follow hazardous-material handling requirements when working with solvents.
Learn product codes, color numbering systems, and formulas.
Cross-train and operate equipment in other teams and assist other operators as needed.