Molder Packer, 1st Shift
About The Position
The Fastener Solutions business unit of Avery Dennison is a worldwide manufacturer of plastic fastening systems used in the automotive, apparel, retail, industrial and packaging industries. Their three-shift injection molding and extrusion operation is located in Fitchburg, MA. The Fastener Solutions business unit is ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 certified. The Molder/Packer ensures proper labeling, packaging, and quality of product. They check product and packaging quality on a regular basis, informing the supervisor of problems or trends. They package product as it comes from injection/extrusion machines and systems, clean and maintain the work area, and grind as needed during the shift. They also add water to specific plastic bags and properly heat seal them. Other related duties may be assigned, such as rework tasks. Occasional overtime may be required.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or (GED); or one to three month of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operate molding/extrusion machines for maximum production and quality.
- Unjams and resets secondary equipment as necessary, following proper safety procedures.
- Makes boxes for outgoing products.
- Visually inspect products.
- Informs Team Leader or Process Technician of recurring problems with equipment.
- Ensure good housekeeping to include grinding excess material, sweeping floor and organizing packaging material needed at the workstation.
- Verifies counts, weights, and quality of product being packed.
- Adds water as required to ensure proper packaging of certain products.
- Heat seals as needed.
- Segregates bad products and informs Team Leader/Process Technician of any quality trends or concerns.
- Keeps track of machine problems in the paperwork/forms provided.
- Follows established work instructions, policies and procedures.
- Covers breaks as needed throughout the shift.
- Support safety efforts on the shift.
- Support housekeeping for the Production floor as required.
Benefits
- Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment
- Paid parental leave
- 401K eligibility
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
- Paid vacation and Paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
