Tray Machine Operator - 2nd Shift (5 Day / 8 Hour)

SOUTHERN CHAMPION TRAY LLC•Chattanooga, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Tray Machine Operator is responsible for operating tray machines to produce quality products consistently and at the required production rate, while following machine standards and safety procedures. The role includes setting up and adjusting machines, following checklists and work-jacket instructions, maintaining supplies and equipment, monitoring product quality and scrap, and completing pallet and production-report tasks. A Tray Operator-Level 2 should be able to perform setups without assistance and run the machine at or near 110% efficiency. The position requires regular attendance, punctuality, and availability for overtime when necessary. It is performed on the second shift, five days per week, for eight-hour shifts, from 1:55 PM to 10:00 PM ET, at 220 Compress Street, Chattanooga, Tennessee. The work environment includes dust, loud noise, and exposure to moving mechanical parts. Physical requirements include standing and walking, handling tools and controls, frequent climbing and bending movements, and frequently lifting or moving 25 to 50 pounds. Team members must be able to perform these duties for at least eight hours, with a 30-minute meal break and other applicable breaks.

Requirements

Experience operating a tray machine; experience in a folding carton environment is preferred.
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 the ability to use software.
Mechanical ability and skills.
Ability to read and understand documents and letters, write legibly in English, and speak and understand English clearly enough to communicate and follow directions.
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 job's physical functions for at least eight hours, with applicable breaks.
Vision abilities including close, color, distance, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Regular attendance and punctuality, and availability for overtime work when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Tray machine operating experience in a folding carton environment.

Responsibilities

Operate tray machines as directed to meet production requirements and produce quality products at a consistent rate in accordance with machine standards.
Set up machines consistently according to the training program and documented procedures.
Follow all checklist procedures and work-jacket instructions; inform the supervisor of incorrect or missing information needed for proper setup and operation.
Keep machine parts in their proper places and recommend repair or replacement of worn parts using the designated form.
Follow safety procedures and policies, wear appropriate personal protective equipment, and identify unsafe behaviors or conditions.
Take responsibility for assigned equipment and tools, and notify the supervisor of additional tools or equipment that could improve efficiency and safety.
Adapt to new procedures and innovations that improve operational efficiency and safety.
Keep necessary supplies available to support efficient operation.
Ensure product, packaging, labeling, and stocking quality, including correct viscosity, color, shading, contrast, straining, and ink where applicable.
Accurately count and tag pallet loads and enter them in the production report.
Follow the Pallet Stacking Manual for stacking arrangement, number of layers, and height requirements for each case size.
Page the stock puller to move a full pallet and place a new pallet by the machine after the full pallet is moved.
Calculate scrap rate to ensure the job remains within allowable limits.
Communicate effectively with other team members.
Minimize downtime and maintain a clean work environment in accordance with Food Safety and 5S systems.
Help with duties in other areas or departments when asked.
As a Level 2 operator, perform setups without assistance and run the machine at or near the 110% efficiency level.