Plant Assistant Operator

Intertape Polymer Group (IPG)•Danville, VA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the IPG Team! Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions—we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you! This role assists in the operation of the Cast Line.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Intermediate math skills and English written communication skills necessary.
General computer knowledge and experience handling paperwork.
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours at a time required.
Ability to regularly lift large lightweight items above head and lift/maneuver up to 50 lbs. on a consistent basis.
Ability to work in limited workspace area on consistent basis.
Ability to perform the physical aspects of the role following recommended practices, with an emphasis on safety and injury prevention.

Nice To Haves

2+ years in manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists with the safe, controlled start-up and operation of machine, engaging the feed, observing the operation, and managing the changeover process.
Assists in inspecting and measuring completed pieces to verify conformity to customer production standards.
Assists in monitoring and adjusting controls to ensure product complies with production standards.
Assists in maintaining equipment through completion of assigned preventative maintenance tasks and minor repair techniques as required.
Assists in recording quality and production metrics via written communication methods and within time deadlines as necessary.
Records quality and production metrics via written communication methods and within time deadlines, as necessary.
Performs all work in a safety first mentality and with utilization of IPS lean manufacturing skills.
Additional tasks as requested by management, supervisor and/or lead