Machine Operator (1st Shift)

Description

The Machine Operator will operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain a machine in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include making adjustments and changes, becoming proficient in machine maintenance, and adhering to safety standards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Read and understand work orders, including special instructions
• Print labels and adhere to finished goods and pallets
• Enter a Safety, Maintenance, and/or Planning request when needed
• Complete necessary changeovers in the allotted time
• Complete proper shift turnover process
• Demonstrate full proficiency and proper Operator techniques for at least one machine within Machine Group meeting quality standards
• Meet production and throughput standards
• Execute machine operating procedures such as: adjust tension control, unwind, roll change, perform regular maintenance and adjustments and troubleshooting (specific tasks will vary per machine)
• Set up, operate, and maintain label applicator bander Case Sealing (Tape) machine, including adjustments and troubleshoot issues with the machines
• Move the punch, release liner, bubble piercer, and cooling bars safely and efficiently
• Understand and perform machine-specific Preventative Maintenance
• Other duties as assigned

Safety & Housekeeping Duties And Responsibilities

• Adhere to all Plant Safety policies and procedures
• Identify the location of machine safety devices (E-Stop, light curtains, etc.)
• Report all incidents, injuries, illnesses, and first aid
• Perform Lock Out/Tag Out procedures
• Use proper PPE for processes that require additional PPE
• Safely and efficiently stop the machine for any reason or concern
• Safely and efficiently clean the knife of foreign debris and add glue to the glue tank, when needed
• Inspect and utilize hoist safely and efficiently
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area by removing scrap, dumping trash, keeping floors swept, etc.

Quality Duties And Responsibilities

• Display proficiency in all quality processes and procedures, including quality checks, detection of defects, and carton configuration, etc.
• Utilize all quality tools and equipment necessary, including rulers, thickness gauges, force gauges, etc.
• Verify raw material is correct
• Make production entries without errors in allotted time

Teamwork, Training, & PAC Values Duties And Responsibilities

• Work as a team with all PAC Team Members by communicating and cooperating in a clear and professional manner
• Communicate all concerns regarding safety, quality, or production to the appropriate personnel
• Successfully complete and pass Core Operator Training Modules for designated machine group
• Successfully complete a basic Leadership/Communication training
• Demonstrate basic mechanical aptitude and knowledge of running a CM Machine
• Supervisory Responsibilities: none

Qualifications

• High school diploma or its equivalency
• At least 6 months of manufacturing work history desired
• Able to read, speak, and write English with good interpersonal skills
• Able to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division calculations
• Able to organize and manage time effectively
• Able to use a computer for data entry and printing functions