Production Helper II

TekniPlex•Madison, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Production Assistant, you will assist press operators, slitting operators, and/or compounding operators with the set up and operation to produce products per the customer standards. The Production Assistant will appropriately understand and follow the plant’s OHSE and Quality Systems to maintain a safe workplace and ensure quality product. All work is performed in compliance with company safety, quality, and GMP requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Basic understanding of warehouse operations, inventory control, and FIFO practices
Basic math - able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure
Ability to navigate a computer
Ability to lift to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
Ability to work in variable environmental conditions (heat, cold, dock areas)
Comfortable working around hazardous materials
Self-motivated with strong organizational and time-management skills
Effective communication skills and ability to work well with diverse teams
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and legibly complete time cards and work orders.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and read blueprints and technical drawings, such as machine, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small groups situations to other employees of the organization.
Ability to effective present information and respond to questions form groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variable in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.

Nice To Haves

Detail oriented is preferred.
Forklift and warehouse experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in the set-up and operation of printing and slitting equipment to meet quality and productivity requirements
Complete documentation in an accurate manner
Maintain housekeeping standards of production equipment and the surrounding area
Perform core cutting as required
Perform packing and material handling tasks
Move product in plant using fork truck or other PIV as needed
Perform work in the cleaning room
Responsible for helping the site meet their quality objectives
Follow all company safety rules and procedures
Work in set up area as required
Assist with training as required
Maintain a safe and clean working environment
Perform related duties as assigned