Production Operator

Amcor•Monroe, LA

106d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves operating manufacturing equipment to produce quality plastic film and bag products in a safe work environment. The Production Operator is responsible for setting up, running, and adjusting machinery, maintaining quality standards, ensuring good housekeeping, and performing routine equipment maintenance. The position requires adherence to all company safety, GMP, and ISO policies, as well as effective communication and problem-solving skills. The operator will work across various departments including Low Density, High Density, Pack Area, and Agricultural Departments, and may assist in training new employees.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED, preferred.
3 to 6 months experience working as a Packer 2 and/or 3 to 6 months experience working in manufacturing in a related field.
Able to use hand tools to perform mechanical repairs.
Ability to use measuring instruments properly.
Ability to read and understand a traveler.
Ability to document quality and weight on bag check sheets.
Ability to thread up a line.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, checklists, correspondence and memos.
Ability to effectively communicate and present information one-on-one and in small group situations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate and percent using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Ability to compute rate and percent.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram or schedule form.
Knowledge in navigating different computer programs.
Ability to train new employees.
Ability to communicate with employees who may not speak English.
Must pass electric pallet jack certification.
Must complete forklift certification.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Ability to push or pull up to 100 pounds.
Ability to reach, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, bend or twist up to 66% of the work shift.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a team-work oriented environment a plus.

Responsibilities

Set up, run and adjust manufacturing equipment to produce quality plastic film and bag products.
Follow and support all Company safety, GMP and ISO policies.
Maintain a safe work environment by following safety policies and conducting daily section inspections.
Ensure all safety checks are made before putting equipment in line.
Maintain quality standards according to specifications and tolerances.
Check and record quality data per work instructions.
Report weight variances in finished product to the Section Leader.
Report bad quality product to the Section Lead.
Maintain good housekeeping to 6-S standards.
Read “Traveler” – Bill of Materials (BOM) and check special instructions.
Know when changeovers are to occur and what supplies are needed.
Start machines up, shut machines down and make changeovers following procedures.
Set gussets, thread equipment, and make changes to downstream equipment.
Set heat profiles for different resin blends.
Adjust equipment to maintain good yields and maximize production.
Make timely changeovers to reduce scrap.
Properly change screens and clean screen blocks.
Make adjustments to length, width, and weight of bag product.
Make adjustments on separator, input speed, and alignment.
Return all materials to proper location when changeovers are completed.
Keep up with resins, blend hoppers, and monitor pumping systems to keep resin flowing.
Assist in running multiple lines while ensuring high standards of output and quality.
Move packaging materials to the lines as needed or requested.
Ensure boxed resins, fillers, or concentrates are staged at lines.
Return all materials to proper location when no longer needed on line.
Set up and rebuild printers.
Set up tapers and change tape rolls.
Make minor repairs on equipment and aid in troubleshooting with maintenance technicians.
Perform routine equipment repairs and PMs.
Write maintenance work requests when equipment repairs are beyond training.
Pass electric pallet jack certification.
Complete forklift certification.
Weigh scrap boxes at the end of each shift or when full and record net pounds.
Inspect all pallets for accuracy in regards to weight and correct stacking configuration.
Check fuel level in fork truck before the end of shift.
Work on all lines and areas of Low Density, High Density, Pack Area and Agricultural Departments.
Pack on all lines and in the Pack Room.
Utilize time well to assist in box labeling, stenciling, assembling boxes and giving breaks as required.
Inspect trash containers for recyclables before dumping.
Train employees in job duties from current position to entry level position.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans
Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)