Converting Machine Operator

Schedule

Must be able to work 3rd shift 7:30pm to 5:30am Sunday - Thursday

Summary

The employee is responsible for safely operating and maintaining converting machines. The incumbent will be involved in line start-ups, observing product, packaging product, operational maintenance, and cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Check labels to the job order.
• Check the blade.
• Verify the boxes, wickets and cardboard to the job order.
• Check bags as required.
• Use Vision Inventory System and enter production data into the computer.
• Assemble boxes together to contain the bags for the customers.
• Pack boxes correctly.
• Place the appropriate label on the boxes.
• Stack boxes accordingly.
• Responsible for reporting any potential quality or safety issues to their supervisor or a member of management.
• Identify quality issues, prevent further processing.
• Make wickets and numbers for the job order.
• Check the inker and roll, change as needed.
• Sweep area around the machine and wipe down machine.
• Maintain all productions efficiency, including run speed.
• Troubleshoot issues with quality or productivity related to the team or the machine.
• Make adjustments to machinery as needed.
• Responsible for filling out necessary paperwork.
• Train others as needed.
• Maintain compliance in the Converting Department in regards to OSHA regulations, Food Safety, Quality and Plant regulations.
• Will perform the above duties and any other duties assigned by Management.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Education: GED or High School Diploma preferred.
• Experience: 1+ year solid work history with prior experience within manufacturing setting preferred.
• Ability to work alone or as a team employee with minimal supervision.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to read a measuring tape.
• Demonstrable cognitive ability to read words and numbers in English, follow verbal and written instructions in English, and work independently; ability to add, subtract, multiple, and divide in units of measure to 1/16.
• Willing to work overtime as needed, and be able to work well under the pressure of deadlines.
• Follows and adheres to all safety policies, including maintaining a safe and organized work area.
• Willingness to continuously learn and be open to feedback to improve individual performance.