Thermoforming Operator L1

Huhtamaki•Coleman, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Huhtamaki is a global provider of sustainable packaging solutions, committed to making all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. The company ensures the hygiene and safety of food and drink worldwide. They value their talented people who produce innovative, sustainable products and deliver excellence for customers. Huhtamaki offers a safe, supportive environment where employees can make an impact. The Thermoforming Operator L1 operates thermoforming machines, trim presses, and immediate support equipment safely and efficiently to produce high-quality products with minimal scrap and downtime.

Requirements

Requires valid forklift license or ability to obtain a forklift license, and safe driving record.
Requires valid aerial lift license, excluding boom lift.
High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Possess a valid State of Michigan drivers license.

Nice To Haves

Previous forklift driving experience helpful.
Previous grinder experience helpful.
One to two years of previous thermoforming experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Works safely and applies safe practices at all times.
Removes and installs form tool inserts, when applicable.
Verifies and documents the equipment settings, process settings, and product specifications prior to start up and/or taking over the line.
Starts up the former, trim press and support equipment in a safe, efficient manner.
Operates former adhering to predetermined parameter settings for the specific job.
Troubleshoots the process by identifying, analyzing, and correcting problems in form, trim, lip roller, and bagging processes.
Immediately notifies Packers and QA of defective product.
Inspects finished product routinely and records inspections.
Accurately records process data including downtime, etc. on daily shift reports and/or project reports and forwards reports to the Supervisor.
Communicates and coordinates activities with appropriate personnel, both inside and outside of the department including Maintenance, Warehouse, Tooling, and QA.
Performs Line Clearance at the end of each production run and prior to initiating the following start up of the next job.
Identifies and labels film, corrugate, and other process materials.
Perform general housekeeping tasks throughout the plant as assigned.
Cleans former, trim press, and immediate support equipment and maintains a clean, organized, safe work area continuously throughout the shift.
Adheres to and complies to all General Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
Applies knowledge to improve production processes and procedures within set standards.