Machine Operator / Process Operator (2nd Shift)

MAPEI•West Hazleton, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Operator I independently performs one or more production roles, including Bagger/Strapper Operator, Boxer Operator, Filler or Middle Operator, and Coatings Operator duties. The role supports production quality and customer demand and works closely with other Production Operators, Shipping/Receiving personnel, and quality control. The operator may report to the Production Supervisor or Line Supervisor, with additional reporting to the Plant Superintendent, Production Manager, or Plant Manager. The role requires safe and quality-focused operation of production processes and equipment. Depending on the assigned station, duties include weighing and measuring raw materials, labeling boxes, preparing production-line materials, maintaining the middle section of the line and its press rollers and cooling process, and assisting with product changes. Operators also maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation and complete production and safety paperwork as applicable.

Requirements

For Bagger/Strapper and Mixer positions, use and proficiency on the respective machine computers.
Ability to complete production and safety paperwork.
Ability to work shift work.
Ability to stand for 8–12 hours a day.
Ability to climb stairs often and ladders periodically.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and lift up to 120 pounds with assistance.
Visual acuity, including color perception.
Good hearing.
Successful completion of a pre-employment physical.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Follow health, safety, and environmental standards, policies, procedures, and applicable corporate, federal, state, and local requirements.
Promote the quality system and follow its elements, philosophy, quality statement, manual, and procedures.
Maintain a safe working environment and follow all safety rules and procedures.
Monitor the visual quality of the product.
Keep the workstation clean, organized, and free of tripping hazards.
As a Bagger/Strapper Operator, accurately weigh and measure raw materials as required.
As a Boxer Operator, accurately stamp or label boxes as required.
As a Middle Operator, splice surfacing fabrics and film into the production line as needed.
Maintain operation of the middle section of the line in accordance with quality specifications and product requirements.
Maintain operation of the press rollers and sheet-cooling process.
Set up raw materials and assist with product-change setups.
As a Coatings Operator, accurately weigh, measure, and fill raw materials as required.
Perform other duties as required.