Operator Associate

Novolex•Frankfort, IL

25d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Operator Associate|Frankfort, Illinois|Now Hiring Compensation: $19.73 to $ 22.04 an hour Sign On Bonus $1,000.00 Available Shifts: 1st: 7:00am-3:00pm 2nd: 3:00pm to 11:00pm $1.50 Shift differential 3rd Shift: 11:00 pm to 7:00 am $2.00 Shift differential TEXT TO APPLY NUMBER: 928-668-6539 (928-NOVOLEX)

Requirements

Manual Dexterity
Excellent communication skills
Detailed record keeping per the prescribed frequency
Hand/eye coordination
Analytical skills
Math Skills (calculators to determine and record production data)
Basic troubleshooting skills to resolve minor machine issues relating to its operation
Understanding of production measurement tools such as level, etc.
Knowledge of product quality standards
Principles of Extrusion machines
Previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, highly preferred
Ability to work with others effectively as a part of a team is essential
Ability to follow standard work instructions is required
Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing, when required, such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat/bump cap, hair/beard net and gloves
Ability to stand, walk, twist, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, bend throughout the duration of the scheduled shift
Prolonged standing while performing the duties of the job
Job requires high level of manual dexterity with repetitive use of hands, shoulders, elbows, hips, knees, and ankles

Responsibilities

Consistently and safely operates machines at or above standard levels of operation including waste, quality, efficiency and utilization
Trouble shoot, identify and correct machine related problems through proper adjustments to various parts of the machine
Provide innovative solutions for production issues
Provides support and guidance to less experienced personnel
Completes appropriate end of shift paperwork, accounting for crewing time, machine time, and production quantities
Able to inspect and recognize defective product and make machine adjustments to correct cause of defects
Observes all housekeeping, standard work and safety guidelines
Mechanical aptitude, demonstrated problem solving skills and effective communication skills - written and verbal are required
Operate in a safe manner extrusion equipment in our manufacturing/production environment.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision insurance
well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health
skills development
advanced education programs
training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning
company and industry training curricula
support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union)
Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization