Machine Operator 1st shift
About The Position
We are hiring a Machine Operator on 1st shift. This is a position that works directly on the warehouse floor on or around heavy machinery. Our ideal candidate will be highly motivated and tenacious, consistently meet or exceed production targets, and maintain high-quality output with minimal defects. They should have strong attention to detail and accuracy, demonstrate excellent safety awareness, consistently follow PPE and safety requirements, and identify and report hazards proactively. The candidate should promote a safe work environment for teammates, have strong attendance and punctuality, be dependable in completing assigned tasks, take ownership of production results, and embrace change and learning opportunities.
Requirements
- Must be certified in the material handler position.
- High school diploma/ GED
- Ability to read and write
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs
- Perform basic math skills
- Safety Mindset
Nice To Haves
- Previous warehouse experience - especially in the plastics industry
- Previous forklift experience
- Use of hand held measuring tools
- Computer literate
Responsibilities
- Apply plastic to customer orders and accurately process material according to the work order specifications.
- Ensure that processing equipment is maintained in a safe and clean condition.
- Maintain processing area in a clean, safe and orderly manner.
- Complete all required information entry accurately.
- Operate cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment.
- Pull, inspect and verify product before processing.
- Properly and safely set up equipment to run material to set up note specifications.
- Process set up notes according to work order specifications.
- Verify that product meets set up note specifications per written work instructions and record measurements (sampling plan).
- Communicate with appropriate sales representative regarding changes/clarification to orders.
- Perform equipment preventive maintenance; Perform general clean-up.
- Properly enter/delete material identification tags per written instructions.
- Assist in the packaging of material per written work instructions and work order.
- Maintain issued measurement equipment in working condition.
- Properly operate weighing scale and record inspection measurements.
- Identify, record, and segregate scrap and any non-conforming material.
- Provide feedback to supervision regarding machine efficiency and product quality.
- Complete job responsibilities in a manner that does not put him/herself or other individuals in an unsafe situation.
- Train others when required.
- Assist in any activities related to lean and/or quality.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Voluntary Wellness Programs
- 401(k) and RRSP programs with Company Match
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
