Machine Operator Day Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands•Jasper, TN

46d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator 1 is a training position through which Associates may advance to the Machine Operator 2 position. Through this training position, associates will learn to operate extrusion lines and produce vinyl siding products and accessories: ensuring that extruder outputs are consistent with product specifications and that quality assurance standards are maintained by inspecting finished product for consistency.

Requirements

Education: High School Graduate/GED
Experience: Six months of related or production experience is required.
Knowledge: Must be able to read, write and have working knowledge of machine mechanics. Must have good mechanical aptitude and above average math aptitude.
Mental/Physical/Visual Demands: Must possess common sense, positive attitude, and demonstrate excellent attendance. Must be quality and safety conscious, a team player. Must have good communication skills and the ability to interact with people. Must be detail oriented with ability to operate, read, and interpret test equipment/findings. Must have ability to learn to operate a computer and ten key. Needs ability to use and read calipers and micrometers to within one thousandth of an inch. Must be able to work quickly with product and be able to lift 86 pounds maximum, be able to lift with assistance 87 to 100 pounds, keep colors separate, and records weights accurately. Must have excellent manual dexterity.
Safe work performance is required from each Associate at all times. Perform all duties and responsibilities in a safe manner in accordance with applicable Health and Safety Manuals. Required to wear or use personal protective equipment as applicable and to immediately report unsafe working conditions. Comply with all legislative requirements as outlined by Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations.
Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Responsibilities

Associate must learn to verify operational status of all equipment on assigned line according to start-up check list
Maintain extruder and all peripheral line equipment settings (embosser, sterlco, dies, MRF, etc.) to produce outputs that are consistent with product specifications
Perform Quality Assurance responsibilities that include conducting a variety of tests on finished product to determine product quality within an established range of performance
Notify Supervisory personnel of deviations for prompt and accurate correction(s)
Communicate with Maintenance Department and Manufacturing Shift Supervisor about machine malfunctions
Learn to Assist Machine Operator 2 with troubleshooting operational problems and adjust equipment to maintain consistency on the extrusion lines; inform QA Technician and Manufacturing Shift Supervisor(s) of problems or inefficiencies that cannot be corrected
Learn to Assist with extruder machine output changeovers (e.g., embossing drums, die sets) during the shift
Learn to conduct a variety of line/panel checks to determine product consistency, including panel thickness, width, length, radius, hook, nail hems, perforation, and weep holes
Perform housekeeping duties as needed such as clean up of water spills, knock-out build up in MRF cutter, and knock-out bins; maintain cleanliness of extrusion line and surrounding work area
Monitor Production Associate 1s and 2s (Inspector/Packer) to ensure consistency and quality of product packed and application of proper packing techniques
Develop communication skills so knowledge can be shared with previous and following shifts' Production Associates about product quality, problems, and status of work in progress
Complete accurately and legibly all extrusion and quality assurance related paperwork (e.g. operational reports)
Refer to Production Schedule for color of product, product number and quantity to be produced
Locate Quality Assurance Specification from Lab to adhere to specifications for appropriate product
Perform all quality assurance checks according to schedule on Operational Report
Punch time clock before and after shift to record time worked
Observe health and safety practices at all times
Accurately performs pre-start checks, including verifying all equipment is ready for start-up