Operator III - 1st Shift (Talent Pool)

Viega GmbH & Co. KG•McPherson, KS

9d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Operator III is responsible for prepping machines for shift start up and/or product change; operating auxiliary equipment in order to produce various types and sizes of manufactured products while ensuring quality and production goals are met; performing troubleshooting on equipment as needed.

Requirements

Proficient in all operator 1 & 2 job description requirements.
Knowledge of basic reading, writing and arithmetic.
Good manual dexterity skills, working with very small parts.
Ability to perform repetitive functions.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to interpret work orders, instructions, blueprints, and/or drawings.
Ability to perform with superior service, reflecting a positive company image while sustaining a positive attitude with those you interact with; always going above and beyond to help others out, regardless of their position or department.
Ability to adhere to the highest standards of quality while continually performing at the highest possible level.
High School diploma/equivalent or 6 – 12 months related experience.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Ability to assist higher-level operators.
Assist in the training of lower level operators.
Ability to spot malfunctions with controls on equipment and assist with repairs.
Communicate with process and tooling technicians to help with equipment and assist with root cause analysis pertaining to the production process.
Able to perform basic preventative maintenance on equipment.
Ability to input accurate data into quality control system.
Ability to identify raw materials that do not meet quality requirements.

Responsibilities

Proficient in all operator 1 & 2 job description requirements.
Monitor and perform the operations of the processing equipment for production with minimal supervision.
Ability to assist higher-level operators.
Use measuring equipment to ensure all quality specifications are met.
Assist in the training of lower level operators.
Operate any material handling and processing equipment required for production and/or replenishment of raw materials.
Utilize shop floor management system to update CIP boards when necessary.
Ability to spot malfunctions with controls on equipment and assist with repairs.
Communicate with process and tooling technicians to help with equipment and assist with root cause analysis pertaining to the production process.
Able to perform basic preventative maintenance on equipment.
Visually check workstations to determine if supplies are getting low; pulls supplies from designated stocking areas.
Transport materials to and from workstations utilizing necessary material handling equipment.
Notify supervisor and/or material handler when supplies are at reorder levels.
Proficient in identifying the difference in raw material types and part numbers.
Able to identify materials required by reviewing bill of materials and can effectively communicate any shortages.
Test and inspect the produced products to ensure they meet all quality specifications.
Report when products are outside of the specifications to proper supervision and/or quality personnel.
Perform non-conforming product procedures when necessary.
Isolate and/or rework items that do not meet specifications or quality standards.
Ability to input accurate data into quality control system.
Ability to identify raw materials that do not meet quality requirements.
6S activities, workshops, meetings, cross functional training, etc.