Machine Operator I ( 12hr. shifts, 545am-6pm) $18.50/hr.

TekniPlex • Decatur, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator I assists Production Tech with order processing, changes, and set-up. This role involves bagging, boxing, or palletizing finished product, performing quality inspections and tests, and positioning sheet rolls on unwind stands. The operator will also prepare production logs, product tags, and time cards, operate the scrap grinder, and understand the recycle system. A key aspect of this role is adhering to plant safe housekeeping guidelines and remaining compliant with SQF / BRC / HACCP requirements. The position requires the ability to work 12-hour shifts on a 2.2.3 rotation, from 5:45 am to 6:00 pm.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to print simple sentences and legibly complete reports and time cards.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions.
• Ability to add and subtract up to three digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
• Must be able to work 12 hour shifts, on a 2.2.3 rotation, 545am-6pm.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in manufacturing a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists Production Tech with order processing, changes and set-up.
• Bags, boxes or palletizes finished product.
• Performs quality inspections and tests.
• Positions sheet rolls on unwind stand and starts sheet into formers and through the trim press.
• Assists in the production and operation of manufacturing process equipment.
• Prepares production logs, product tags and time cards as necessary.
• Operates scrap grinder as required and understands recycle system.
• Follows and participates in plant safe housekeeping guidelines designed to ensure a safe work environment.
• Remains compliant with SQF / BRC / HACCP requirements as per this location’s written “Food Safety & Quality Policy”.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed