Pouch Operator - Evening Shift (Full Time)

ePac Flexible Packaging•Mississauga, ON

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pouch Operator sets up and operates pouch making machines that convert laminated films into pouches that meet or exceed customer quality specifications. The position requires shift flexibility.

Requirements

Possess and foster a positive attitude of learning and respect
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions
Ability to take ownership of work and also work as part of a team
Strong verbal communications skills
Visual acuity to color consistency
Manual coordination and dexterity
Ability to use basic hand tools
Manual coordination and dexterity while utilizing hand tools, cleaning equipment
Be able to work safely around operating machinery
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must be flexible in work schedule.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
Basic knowledge of flexible packaging films is a plus.

Responsibilities

Ensure personal compliance with all company Quality System, Operational, and Human Resource policies, procedures, and practices, including Safety and completes required documentation accurately and timely.
Meets or exceeds prescribed job standards for line speeds, scrap and set-up times.
Reports any necessary maintenance of the machine to the engineering department using a written work order.
Reports any unsafe working conditions to the production supervisor.
Participates in on-going training opportunities and supports a continuous quality improvement environment.
Reads job specifications and previous run data (if available) to determine machine adjustments and material requirements. Ensures job is in order prior to machine set-up.
Sets stops or guides to specified length as indicated
Keeps the work area clean.
Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction. Makes corrections to alleviate out of specification product.
Measures workpiece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.
Performs required quality testing on products produced, i.e. burst test, drop test, water table test, etc.
Performs minor machine maintenance such as changing zipper cloth, dies, seal bars and punches.
Assists and works cooperatively with assistant machine operators to stack, mark, pack, and transport finished boxes.
Review work instructions and procedures that are applicable to the position.
Perform changeovers
Perform PMs on equipment
Make recommendations to supervision and management for improvement of production in terms of efficiency and workflow
Maintain production reports
Oversee daily performance of Pouch Assistant functions
Change rolls and cut out splices
Quality Control checks and data entry
Trash and trim removal
Could be asked to support other parts of the operations including press assistant, slitting, and lamination