Production Helper

OMNOVA NORTH AMERICA INC•Monroe, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

If you're looking for a collaborative work environment with an established organization that also offers great employee benefits and career advancement opportunities, then we invite you to consider applying for a position with SURTECO. SURTECO specializes in the production and sale of laminates, foils and vinyl-coated fabrics. Our technologies, products and services deliver distinctive performance features, thus helping to support our Customers’ reputations for trusted brands around the globe and in a wide variety of markets. We are seeking an individual who is passionate about joining a team in the manufacturing of high quality laminates and films used in a variety of applications including on cabinetry in kitchen and bath applications, countertops and paneling in recreational vehicles and in the enhancement of interior retail spaces. The Production Helper assists the Multistage Operator and Second Operator operate the multi-stage presses by ensuring product meets quality standards and is run efficiently and troubleshooting any production problems. This position will also assist in plantwide general duties as required. Also, the Production Helper is responsible for training other Production Helpers and learning Multistage Operator and Second Operator responsibilities and cover for Second Operator’s absence. No direct reports.

Requirements

General Mechanical Knowledge
Farnsworth-Munsell color test score of Average Discrimination or above
Basic Computer Skills
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills to all levels of management
Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to create and interpret bar charts/graphs
Ability to accurately read a tape measure, take precise measurements, and ensure proper customer specs
Successfully complete the training matrix
Forklift License (training and certification provided by SURTECO)
Exceptionally good and consistent color matching ability
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be able to lift 50 pounds as needed
Must be medically qualified to use respiratory protection for wash ups
Frequently positions self to use/maintain personal protective equipment
Regularly required to stand for extended periods of time; walk; sit; bend; kneel; squat; climb stairs; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms
Comfortable with working in a manufacturing environment alongside machines, equipment, etc.
Ability to detect, distinguish, or determine the source of a smell
Exposure or works around chemical processing, unregulated temperature, dusty conditions

Nice To Haves

2-year technical degree
Complete Forklift Certification if required
Previous Printing Experience

Responsibilities

Follow all safety rules & Actively participate in Safety, Health, and Environment program
Take direction from and assist Multistage Operator and Second Operator with all duties related to operation of press
Responsible for cleanliness of press and other areas as assigned by Supervisor
Empty rag cans, solid and liquid hazardous containers, and empty used blades. Label Hazardous waste cans properly
Prepare for wash-up by having all necessary supplies ready for each stage, wash-up and set-up on all presses
Prepare materials for upcoming job on area of assignment. Coordinate with ink production suppliers to get ink to proper stage
Check and ensure viscosities and ink levels. Bring out inks as needed
Take out turns for every roll during production run, label and package as required
Stack pallets and presses with needed supplies
Assist with set-up and breakdown of job
Learn solvent dispense system
Utilize SAP ERP system
Learn Second Operator duties and fill in during absence
Available for Overtime/off shifts as needed