Machine Operator

ITW•Newburyport, MA

About The Position

ITW Specialty Films, a division of Illinois Tool Works Inc., designs, manufactures, and markets specialized ShineMark holographic films for consumer packaging, trading cards, and lottery markets. The Machine Operator operates and sets up machines that emboss holographic images and slit rolls of film safely and efficiently. The role includes monitoring product quality and equipment, making adjustments and changeovers, recording production information, handling materials, and cleaning equipment between runs. 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 lift and/or move up to 65 pounds as needed.
Ability to complete a respiratory clearance exam and use a respirator as needed for certain aspects of the position.
Must agree to comply with the campus’s 100% non-smoking policy.
Willingness 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 with hand tools.
Thread or feed film through rollers and adjust machine temperature, speed, and 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 or unload materials from unwind and rewind equipment.
Monitor embossing processes and inspect material for visible defects.
Clean machines and parts between production runs.
Handle, load, unload, pack, and transport products and machine parts using carts, pallet jacks, or a forklift/fork truck.
Operate and set up machines that apply embossed holographic images and slit film rolls safely and efficiently.
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 on and operate equipment in other teams, and assist other operators as needed.