Tray Former Apprentice - 3rd Shift (5 Day / 8 Hour)

SOUTHERN CHAMPION TRAY LLC•Chattanooga, TN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Tray Former Apprentice learns to operate and maintain machine equipment to produce quality products at a consistent rate in accordance with machine standards and color requirements, while following safety procedures. The role includes learning machine setup and adjustments, inspecting printed cartons, recording production information, identifying and reporting non-conforming product, and assisting with troubleshooting and routine maintenance. Team members are expected to maintain product quality, keep supplies and equipment organized, communicate with coworkers, follow food safety and 5S practices, and adapt to process improvements. This position works the third shift on a five-day, eight-hour schedule, from 9:5 PM to 6:00 AM EST, with a 30-minute meal break and other applicable breaks. The role requires regular attendance and punctuality, and availability for overtime when necessary. Work takes place in a production environment with dust, loud noise, and moving mechanical parts. Eye and ear protection may be required in some areas. The physical demands include standing and walking, handling tools and controls, reaching, frequent climbing and other bending or crouching movements, and frequently lifting or moving 25 to 50 pounds. These duties must be performed for a minimum of eight hours on a regular basis, subject to breaks. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities, but essential functions cannot be eliminated or performed by others.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Basic computer skills and ability to use software.
Mechanical ability and skills.
Ability to read and understand documents and letters, write legibly in English, and understand and speak clearly in English to communicate and follow directions as needed.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions and decimals; solve equations; read a tape measure; and understand standard and metric measuring systems.
Ability to regularly walk, stand, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with arms and hands.
Ability to frequently climb, balance, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to frequently lift or move 25 to 50 pounds and perform the physical functions of the job for at least eight hours on a regular basis, with scheduled breaks.
Vision abilities including close, color, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Regular attendance, punctuality, and availability for overtime when necessary.

Responsibilities

Learn to operate assigned machine or machines so that quality products are produced consistently at the required speed and in accordance with machine standards and color requirements.
Learn and perform machine setup consistently according to the training program and documented procedures.
Learn to adjust machines to maintain safety, quality, and production standards.
Follow checklist procedures, keep parts in their proper places, and alert a lead, supervisor, or maintenance staff about worn parts that may need replacement or repair.
Observe safety procedures and follow safety policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions, and guidelines; use situational awareness to identify unsafe behaviors and conditions.
Use the computer system to log productivity and job remarks; complete production reports accurately and record production data and downtime.
Inspect printed cartons for printing accuracy and clarity; analyze and correct production problems using available tools, and contact a supervisor when assistance is needed.
Document and report non-conforming product to a supervisor, lead, or quality team member.
Be responsible for assigned equipment and tools, and notify the supervisor of additional equipment or tools that could improve operational efficiency and safety.
Learn to troubleshoot and diagnose machine malfunctions, assist with repairs, and perform routine cleaning and maintenance.
Follow work-jacket instructions and advise the supervisor of incorrect or missing information needed for proper setup and operation.
Keep necessary supplies available.
Ensure quality of product, packaging, labeling, and stocking; communicate with other team members.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment for the task and work area.
Adopt process updates and improvements, and follow new procedures and innovations that improve efficiency and safety.
Perform work in a manner that minimizes downtime.
Maintain a clean work environment according to Food Safety and 5S systems.
Help with duties in other areas or departments when asked.