Liberty Windup Operator

Responsibilities

• Ensures required raw materials are available as needed and prepares them for usage.
• Aids in threading the laminator.
• Prepares finished good tags.
• Adjusts motors to required speeds.
• Tucks foam under platform, turns wind-up unit on until required yardage is achieved. Stops unit, cuts foam & removes rolls repetitively.
• Seals finished goods in plastic with hot iron and applies labels, when required.
• Keeps area clean, organized and operational.
• Maintains correct process & product specifications.
• Complies with plant and company policies and procedures.
• Performs basic arithmetic, including decimals and fractions.
• Keeps area clean and organized throughout the shift in accordance with 5s standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Communicates with supervisor when non-conforming product.
• Stops production to correct quality problems.
• Monitors and ensures correctness of process & product specifications.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is a plus, but not required. Experience with laminators or similar equipment is an advantage.
• Technical Skills: Basic mechanical skills to assist in threading the laminator and adjusting motors. Ability to read and understand product specifications and ensure compliance. Proficiency in basic arithmetic, including decimals and fractions.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move rolls over 6 lbs, using body weight to push and pull rolls as needed. Ability to work in extreme hot conditions, especially during summer months. Capability to stand, move, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift. Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in preparing raw materials, finished good tags, and sealing finished goods. Vigilance in monitoring and correcting quality issues during production. Communication Skills: Ability to read, understand, and comply with plant and company policies, procedures, and documentation, all written in English. Effective communication skills to report non-conforming products and participate in corrective/preventive actions. Organizational Skills: Maintains a clean, organized, and operational work area, adhering to 5S standards throughout the shift. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively. Teamwork and Leadership: Willingness to mentor new employees and share knowledge to ensure consistent quality and process adherence. Collaborative attitude to work effectively with team members and supervisors. Problem-Solving: Ability to stop production to correct quality problems and ensure products meet specifications. Awareness of environmental aspects and impacts related to the process, and ability to act accordingly. Work Ethic: Dependable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Willingness to perform other duties as assigned, with a proactive approach to improving processes and outcomes.