Machine Operators - 1st and 2nd Shift Opportunities (+ Sign On Bonus)

Fenner Precision Polymers•Manheim Township, PA

46d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operator - Hoyt position will manufacture quality Wire Cloth products by performing preset, set-up and operation of Crimpers, Straighteners, Presses, Press Brakes, Shears, Welders, Roll Mills, and Hot Melt Machines; and perform material handling duties. There are three levels of operators with increasing responsibilities and expectations for career progression.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Minimum one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience or demonstrates appropriate skill level to successfully Perform all duties of Operator I job grade Level.
Operator 1 with minimal assistance for 1 year.
Rotated through all of the machine cell and set up positions as an Operator II with minimal assistance for 3 years.
None Required (Certificates, Licenses, Registrations)

Nice To Haves

Once an operator reaches proficiency in Level II, even if the 1 year mark has not been met, training for Level III Operator tasks may begin.

Responsibilities

Identify safety violations or potential hazards to manager or safety team member.
Attend safety training.
Maintain a clean and organized workplace using the “6S” system (sort, set in order, shine, standardize, sustain, & safety).
Perform visual inspection to meet product quality requirements.
Operate a Press Brake, Shear, Hot Melt Machine, or Roll Mill as “helper”. Assist “main” operator in shearing panels, bending edges, pouring polyamide, and rolling screens.
Setup and Operate a Crimper, Straightener, Press, Loom, or Welder with assistance from Level 2 & 3 Operators. If working on Loom, assist other Loom operators with setup.
Measure critical dimensions, make necessary machine adjustments and change out worn tooling.
Embrace change in the work environment to maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
Adjust schedule to fluctuate work priorities as needed.
Strive for continuous improvement of the Company’s processes.
Strive to perform standardized “best practices”.
Strive to maintain a positive work environment.
Promote Fenner Precision Polymers Values and Behaviors at all times.
Operate a Press Brake, Shear, or Holt Melt Machine as “main” operator with minimal assistance from Level 3 Operators. “Main” operator must be able to dictate correct setups and machine settings to ensure quality products are being made. Provide “helper” with directions and communicate what help is required.
Setup and Operate a Crimper, Straightener, Press, Loom, or Welder with minimal assistance from Level 3 Operators. If working on Loom, assist other Loom operators with setup.
Assist and train Level I Operators and aspiring level II operators if necessary.
Preset, setup (in a timely manner), and able to be “main” operator on all Press Brakes, Shears, and Hot Melt Machines.
Setup and Operate a combination of Crimpers, Straighteners, Presses, Looms, or Welders with no assistance. If working on Loom, assist other Loom operators with setup.
Understanding, compliance, and active involvement in establishing ISO standard operating procedures and work instructions.
Participate in LEAN and World Class improvement projects.
Assist and train Level I and II Operators.
Learn and follow EHS policies, rules and work instructions.
Attend required EHS training.
Wear the required PPE at all times.
Take personal responsibility for keeping yourself and your co-workers and visitors free from injury by participating in and/or conducting risk assessments, work place inspections, corrective actions and safety observations.
Report incidents, near miss, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and other hazards in the work place. STOP WORK when imminent danger is present.
Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion and keep equipment in proper working condition.