MFG FILMS TECHNICIAN I - Coating (3rd shift)

ORAFOL AMERICAS INC•Avon, CT

13d•$37,975 - $63,899•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Films Technician I manufactures micro-prism films at ORAFOL Americas Inc.’s Reflective Solutions Division in Avon, Connecticut. The role manages material flow on equipment, monitors operations, makes necessary adjustments, and verifies product quality and equipment conditions against specifications. The Technician follows required ISO documentation, maintains housekeeping, follows safety procedures, and recommends changes to improve equipment performance and safety. The position includes operating manufacturing equipment, conducting required quality checks, loading and slitting film, setting up splices, documenting rolls and work orders, and performing basic troubleshooting and routine equipment maintenance. Technicians also manage production-generated hazardous waste in accordance with applicable procedures and regulations, attend annual hazardous-waste training, and follow prescribed safety and PPE requirements. The facility is temperature-controlled, clean, and comfortable. ORAFOL Reflective Solutions operates on a 24/5 schedule. The position is listed as full-time, with a salary range of $37,974.89–$63,899.13. The posting lists the shift as day shift, despite “3rd shift” appearing in the job title.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Competency with Microsoft Office products.
0–1 years of manufacturing experience.
Attention to detail and care and caution around surroundings, particularly during high-risk duties.
Positive, accountable, self-motivated approach and ability to learn quickly.
Ability to work with little to no supervision and as a team member.
Ability to follow directions, make conscientious decisions, and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to safely lift and move objects up to 40 pounds regularly.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to walk, stretch, reach, crawl, and grasp objects.
Ability to bend, stoop, climb, or kneel occasionally.
Ability to attend annual hazardous-waste training required for the role.

Responsibilities

Safely operate manufacturing equipment and, when required, inspect and operate powered industrial equipment.
Operate equipment and perform required functions to produce quality-compliant films.
Wear required personal protective equipment and follow safety procedures and OSHA regulations.
Perform required quality checks, monitor and record pressures and ranges, and maintain product quality documentation.
Remove and inspect tooling as required.
Load and unload film, slit material to required widths and lengths, and set up and perform splices.
Complete roll documentation, process work orders using the Enterprise System, and print and verify work-in-progress labels.
Follow standardized machine operating procedures and maintain required machine reports and ISO documentation.
Identify and report defective materials or questionable conditions to a Supervisor.
Handle hazardous waste and chemicals in accordance with applicable procedures, including maintaining satellite accumulation areas, labeling and sealing containers, transferring waste, and responding to incidental releases as prescribed.
Retrieve chemicals from the Chemical Mix Room as required and understand Safety Data Sheet documentation.
Troubleshoot basic process, product, and equipment issues.
Communicate effectively during shift changes with Supervisors and other operators.
Enter maintenance requests in the Computer Maintenance Management System and support routine equipment maintenance and cleaning.
Maintain a safe, clean work area and follow housekeeping requirements.
Attend required training and participate in communication meetings.
Work as a team member in support of ORCT Films and ORAFOL goals and perform other duties as assigned.