Machine Operator

ITW•Newburyport, MA

10d•$22 - $23

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 Operator operates and sets up machines that emboss holographic images and slit rolls of film safely and efficiently. The role includes making changeovers, monitoring production and product quality, handling materials, and following standard operating procedures and hazardous-material requirements. Operators may cross-train on equipment in other teams and assist other operators as needed.

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.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 65 pounds as needed.
Must agree to comply with the campus non-smoking policy.
Must be willing to work overtime, including 1 to 2 weekends.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Read production schedules to determine machine changeover and run timing.
Ensure sufficient inventory is available for production.
Start and stop machines using 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 machines and products for defects or deviations from specifications and make 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 machine changeovers, adjust slit width, and load and unload material from unwind and rewind machinery.
Monitor embossing processes and inspect material for visible defects, making machine adjustments when necessary.
Clean machines and parts between production runs.
Load, unload, pack, and transport products and machine parts using carts, pallet jacks, or forklifts/fork trucks.
Operate and drive a forklift or 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.