Operator Level 1
About The Position
The Operator Level 1 sets up, operates, monitors, and maintains a machine that laminates plies of film to meet specifications for strength and thickness. The role includes analyzing laboratory samples, conducting peel tests at the machine, and adjusting machine operation as needed. The operator follows machine-safety and guarding procedures, performs routine maintenance, keeps the work area neat, and delivers scrap to the Erema or warehouse for processing. The work is performed indoors on concrete floors in a controlled environment, with noise from refrigeration equipment and other machinery. The role involves extreme temperatures, elevated work, and high noise levels requiring earplugs. Employees must use required protective equipment and follow established safety procedures. The schedule requires willingness to work 12-hour shifts on a four-week rotating schedule.
Requirements
- Sufficient reading and writing ability to follow work-order instructions, read monitors, and conduct audits.
- Basic math and computer skills to calculate and enter roll data on appropriate forms and perform basic troubleshooting.
- Ability to learn to operate industrial machines such as the laminator.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Problem-solving skills to assist with troubleshooting.
- Ability to anticipate, evaluate, and consider the consequences of various actions.
- Sufficient visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and visually inspect produced rolls for defects.
- Ability to recognize sounds of moving equipment and machinery for safety purposes.
- Ability to work with constant noise at a level requiring earplugs.
- Good job attendance and punctuality.
- Willingness to work 12-hour shifts on a four-week rotating schedule.
- Ability to occasionally climb stairs and work at elevations of more than 20 feet.
- Physical ability to exert up to 60 pounds of push force and up to 80 pounds of pull force.
- Ability to wear required safety shoes, earplugs, and safety glasses.
Nice To Haves
- Prior industrial manufacturing experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate the laminating machine to laminate plies of film.
- Analyze laboratory samples and adjust machine operation accordingly.
- Perform peel tests at the machine to determine necessary machine adjustments.
- Follow all safety rules for machine operation and proper guarding.
- Perform routine machine maintenance and keep the work area neat.
- Deliver scrap to the Erema or warehouse for processing.
- Follow set safety procedures while performing job functions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
