Machine Operator

ITW•Newburyport, MA

23d•Onsite

About The Position

ITW Specialty Films is a division of Illinois Tool Works Inc and designs, manufactures and markets specialized Holographic films for the consumer packaging, trading cards and lottery market under the ShineMark brand. This role is responsible for operating and setting up machines that apply emboss holographic images and slit rolls of film in a safe and efficient manner. The Machine Operator will read schedules, ensure sufficient inventory, start and stop machines, align machine parts, thread film through rollers, adjust machine settings, monitor processes, perform quality checks, and handle materials. This position also involves operating a forklift and using computer equipment for production tasks.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Good judgement
Basic Computer skills
Willingness to learn
Flexibility to work in other departments within ITW ShineMark, NA as assigned.
Ability to adapt to a challenging and demanding work environment.
Completing a respiratory clearance exam and using a respirator as needed for certain aspects of the position.
Lift and/or move up to 65 pounds as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience within a manufacturing environment and /or mechanical aptitude are preferred
Experience with 5S helpful but not required

Responsibilities

Read schedule to determine timing for machine changeovers and runs
Ensure that there is sufficient inventory for production.
Start and stop operation of machine using machine control panel
Align or fasten machine parts such as rollers and blades using hand tools.
Thread or feed film through rollers, and adjust temperature, speed and flow rate of product or machine.
Observe machine and product during operation to detect defects or deviations from specification, and make machine adjustments to temperature, speed and flow.
Record production run quantities following SOP’s, job order, and perform quality controls checks on product and materials.
Consult with Team Lead and/or technical staff on questionable items.
Make required machine changeovers.
Adjust slit width, load and unload materials from unwind and rewind parts of machinery.
Closely monitor embossing processes, inspect material for obvious visual defects, make machine adjustments if necessary.
Clean machine and parts between runs (one to several times per shift).
Material handling of product and machine parts (load, unload, pack, and transport) using carts, pallet jacks or forklift/fork truck.
Operating and driving a Forklift/Fork truck.
Operate and setup machines that apply emboss holographic images and slit rolls of film in a safe and efficient manner.
Use computer equipment to print production run sheets and labels and perform QA testing.
Follow hazardous material handling requirements when working with solvents.
Attain thorough knowledge of all product codes, color numbering system, formulas
Cross train and operate equipment in other teams and assist other operators as needed.
Record production run quantities following SOP’s, job order, and perform quality control checks on product and materials.