First Helper

About the Role

Responsible for all activities associated with helping operators on all presses including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations. Will assume all responsibilities and function as the operator when the Operator is absent.

Responsibilities

• Set-up slotting, feed, and die cut sections on machine accurately in accordance with proper setup techniques.
• Ensure all bolts for cutting dies are in place and tightly secured.
• Check anilox rolls for damage.
• Assist operator in other duties.
• Monitor board quality, including loose liner, warp, dimensions, caliper, and any other defects.
• Report any quality problems to the operator and sort as necessary to keep the machine running.
• Work at pace set by the machine operator.
• Cross-train on other machines as necessary.
• Be willing to move up the line of progression to operator regardless of shift.
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.
• Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Help operators adhere to production schedule.
• Make recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, and service goals.
• Report any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry (preferred).
• 6 months’ experience as a Flexo Stacker (preferred).
• 6 months’ experience in the Press and Finishing Department (preferred).

Skills

• Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume, and rate.
• Able to apply concepts of high school math.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
  • Product layouts and production specifications.
  • Product quality specifications.
  • Quality standards.
• May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally required to sit.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Performance Measurements

• Operating standards – the employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards in the areas of quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction, and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee.
• Personal growth – while the company will provide the tools to assist the employee to grow professionally, the responsibility for moving forward lies with the individual. Each year there will be goals developed and agreed to by the employee and his/her superior.
• Employee relations – through observations the employee will be evaluated regarding his/her behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect, and communication.
• Creativity – this will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.