Machine Operator

ITW•Bloomfield, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

ITW Specialty Films, a division of Illinois Tool Works Inc., is seeking a Metallizer – Machine Operator for the 2nd shift (2pm – 10pm). This role involves operating and maintaining specialized holographic film manufacturing equipment. The company is a diversified, Fortune 200 manufacturing company known for its specialized expertise and innovative solutions. ITW Specialty Films designs, manufactures, and markets specialized Holographic films for consumer packaging, trading cards, and the lottery market under the ShineMark brand.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Intermediate Computer Skills
Attention to detail and strong verbal and written communication skills
Willingness to learn and the 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 ,push, pull and/or move up to 85 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 production changeovers needed at metallizer machine.
Stop and start operation of machine using control panel.
Align or fasten machine parts such as rollers and boats by using hand tools.
Thread or feed film through rollers, and adjust wire feeds, speed and line speed of product or machine.
Observe machine and product during operation to detect defects or deviations from specification, and make machine adjustments to wire feed, speed.
Perform a variety of machine setups and operations to imprint a metallization, and design onto various film, and rewinding, as well as material handling and finished product.
Examine, measure, test product to ensure conformance to specifications.
Follow testing procedures and operate quality testing equipment.
Make pass/fail decision, may consult with supervisors and/or technical staff on questionable items.
Clean machine and parts between runs (one to several times per shift).
Confined space entry may be required (machine specific).
Material handling of product and machine parts (load, unload, pack, and transport) using carts, pallet.
Operating and driving a Forklift/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.
Attain thorough knowledge of all product codes, color numbering system, and jumbo tag system.
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 controls checks on product and materials.